Makenzi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Makenzi originates from the Scottish surname MacKenzie and means 'son of the fair one'. The name has evolved through forms like Mackenzie to its modern variant. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed as a trendy name. Its biblical relevance is non-existent, and it is associated with uniqueness.
The name Makenzi is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Makenzi 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, 'Makenzi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3872nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1439th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2462nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Makenzi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Makenzi"
Pronunciation
/məˈkɛnzi/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
Makenzi is derived from the Scottish surname MacKenzie, which means 'son of the fair one' or 'son of the wise ruler'.
Meaning
son of the fair one
Language Evolution
MacKenzie, Mackenzie, Makenzi
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, becoming a trendy choice for girls in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Mackenzie, Kenzie, Kenz
Modern Popularity & Image
Makenzi is perceived as a modern and stylish name, often associated with a sense of uniqueness and individuality.
Famous People
Makenzi Kauffman, an emerging social media influencer, Makenzi Johnson, a noted athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Makenzi"
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 "Makenzi"
"Makenzi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3872nd of 27321 | 398 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1439th of 35406 | 2,331 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2462nd of 30306 | 883 |
Regional Popularity of "Makenzi" 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 "Makenzi" 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) |
82.01% 3022nd/3685 |
80.78% 3615th/4475 |
55.83% 2900th/5194 |
85.91% 5427th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
26.04% 1193rd/4582 |
39.21% 2025th/5164 |
17.17% 1256th/7313 |
33.87% 2528th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
59.71% 2379th/3984 |
64.07% 2875th/4487 |
32.42% 2212th/6822 |
62.95% 3951st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Makenzi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Makenzi" 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.