Holding steady, #7,491 for girls today.
Popularity of Macrina since 1959
Babies named Macrina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 8 |
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 22 |
| 1990s | 34 |
| 2000s | 22 |
| 2010s | 38 |
| 2020s | 36 |
Meaning & origin
Macrina is a rare and ancient name with deep roots in Christian history. First recorded in U.S. data in 1959, it has remained consistently uncommon. In 2025, the name reached its peak rank of 7,491, with approximately 1 in every 114,805 baby girls receiving the name. Its trajectory has been stable, reflecting a small but steady usage. The name carries a scholarly and pious association due to Saint Macrina, and remains a distinctive choice for families drawn to traditional Greek names.
Macrina is a female name of Greek origin. It may be related to the Greek word 'makros' meaning 'long' or 'far', or to 'makarios' meaning 'blessed'. The name is most notably associated with Saint Macrina the Younger, a 4th-century Christian nun and theologian from Cappadocia. It has been used primarily in the Eastern Orthodox tradition.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mac, Crina, Rina
Variants: Makrina
Sibling names for Macrina
Names that share Macrina's style, for a brother or sister.
