Makinley Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Makinley is an Irish name derived from the surname Mac an Leagha, meaning 'son of the doctor' or 'son of the healer'. It has evolved from its historical roots to a modern given name. The name represents traits of strength and resilience, and it does not have biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Makinley"
Pronunciation
/ˈmeɪkɪnli/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Makinley is derived from the Irish surname Mac an Leagha, which means 'son of the doctor' or 'son of the healer'.
Meaning
son of the doctor, son of the healer
Language Evolution
Mac an Leagha, Makinley
Historical Usage
Makinley gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a given name influenced by surnames.
Variants & Derivatives
Mackinley, MacKinley, Kinley
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Makinley is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Makinley McKenzie, a notable athlete, Makinley McBride, a recognized artist
📊 Makinley Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Makinley Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 174 peak births in 2013
Geographic Spread
Popular across 23 US states, with strongest presence in Tennessee
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Makinley"
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 "Makinley"
"Makinley" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2963rd of 35406 | 859 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2302nd of 30306 | 961 |
Regional Popularity of "Makinley" 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 "Makinley" 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) |
51.40% 2355th/4582 |
- |
30.27% 2214th/7313 |
73.66% 5497th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
46.96% 1871st/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
28.09% 1916th/6822 |
84.00% 5272nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Makinley"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Makinley" 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 "Makinley" in the United States
The name Makinley is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Makinley 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, 'Makinley' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2963rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2302nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Makinley' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.