Large or long
Derived from the Latin name Macrinus, which is a diminutive of Macer. It is famously associated with Saint Macrina the Elder and her granddaughter Saint Macrina the Younger, who were influential figures in early Christian theology.
Less common today
Macrina isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,576 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Early Christian nun and influential theologian
Matriarch of a famous family of saints
