What does the name Makenzie mean?

The name Makenzie means "Son of Kenneth".

What is the origin of the name Makenzie?

Makenzie is a name of Gaelic origin.

How popular is the name Makenzie?

In 2023, 460 babies were named Makenzie in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Is Makenzie a girl's name?

Yes, Makenzie is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Makenzie

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Births Last Year: 460 ↘

All-Time Total: 44,603

Peak Year: 2011

Makenzie is a modern American name, likely derived from the Scottish surname Mackenzie, meaning "son of Coinneach." It gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century.

Notable Namesakes

Makenzie Vega - Actress known for "The Good Wife."
Makenzie Leigh - Actress in "The Slap" and "Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk."

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Makenzie

Harmony Novah Aubree Kylee Dakota Maliyah Skylar Nova

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Makenzie

Ashton Kameron Bryson Jace Kaiden Caiden Chance Dalton

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Makenzie

Kenzie Mackenzie Makenna Mckenna Mckenzie

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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