Makenzee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Makenzee originates from Scottish roots, meaning 'fair one', evolving from the Gaelic Mac Coinnich through the name Mackenzie. It reflects modern trends in naming, carries no biblical significance, and has gained popularity in recent decades, often seen as a trendy choice. Variants include Mackenzie and Kenzie.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Makenzee"
Pronunciation
/məˈkɛnzi/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
Makenzee is a modern variant of the name Mackenzie, which is derived from the Gaelic surname Mac Coinnich, meaning 'son of Coinneach' or 'son of the fair one'.
Meaning
fair one
Language Evolution
Mac Coinnich, Mackenzie, Makenzee
Historical Usage
Makenzee gained popularity in the late 20th century as a trendy variant of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Mackenzie, Kenzie, Makenzie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Makenzee is perceived as a modern and stylish name, often associated with a youthful and vibrant image.
Famous People
Makenzee Burgess, Makenzee McGowan
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Makenzee Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 77 peak births in 2012
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Makenzee"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Makenzee"
"Makenzee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12276th of 27321 | 64 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3454th of 35406 | 692 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6388th of 30306 | 227 |
Regional Popularity of "Makenzee" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Makenzee" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
64.14% 2939th/4582 |
92.12% 4757th/5164 |
58.73% 4295th/7313 |
94.43% 7047th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
94.54% 4242nd/4487 |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Makenzee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Makenzee" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Makenzee" in the United States
The name Makenzee is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Makenzee has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Makenzee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12276th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3454th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6388th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Makenzee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.