Cormac

Cormac is a rugged name with Irish roots that offers unique meaning and symbolism. While the name has never been a top 1,000 baby name in the United States, we could see it becoming one in the next few years. Because of its association with a particular writer of western novels, it has some cowboy appeal too. It also pairs well with classic middle names that have been making a comeback, like Elijah, Augustus, and Henry.

Meaning of the name Cormac:

Irish: Son of the raven

Origin of the name Cormac:

Cormac is an older Gaelic name that most likely translates to “son of Corb.” “Corb” is a Gaelic word for “raven.”

Symbolism of the name Cormac:

Cormac could symbolize your Gaelic roots or passion for the culture. It could also literally symbolize a raven. The birds are thought to be symbols of everything from intelligence to mystery to death. Because of the name's association with westerns, Cormac also offers a bit of rustic appeal.

Style of the name Cormac:

Classic

Gender of the name Cormac:

Cormac is a boy's baby name.

Pronunciation of the name Cormac:

KOR-mik

Number of syllables in the name Cormac:

Two

Emotion evoked from the name Cormac:

The baby name Cormac evokes images of someone who is strong and stoic.

Alternative spellings for the name Cormac:

• Cormack
• Cormich
• Cormach
• Cormick
• Cormic

Nicknames for the name Cormac:

• Cory 
• Corey 
• Mac 

Popularity of the name Cormac:

According to the Social Security Administration, Cormac has never been a top 1,000 baby name for boys in the United States.

Related names for the name Cormac:

• Callum 
• Conall
• Declan 
• Dashiell
• Finnegan 

Great middle names for Cormac and their meanings:

• Charles (free man)
• Elijah (the Lord is my God)
• Henry (ruler of the house)
• David (beloved)
• Augustus (great, magnificent)
• Thomas (twin)
• Edward (wealthy guardian)
• Chase (hunter)
• Andrew (manly)

Famous people with the name Cormac:

• Cormac McCarthy (author)
• Cormac Breslin (politician)
• Cormac Costello (soccer player)
• Cormac Láidir MacCarthy (Irish chieftain)
• Cormac mac Cuilennáin (Irish king and bishop)

Cormacs in popular culture:

• Cormac Praxus (character in the DC Comics universe)
• Cormac McLaggen (character from the “Harry Potter” books and movies)
• Cormac Fitzpatrick (character from the TV show “Veronica Mars”)
• Cormac Limbs (character in the “Cirque du Freak” series of books)