Mckenna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Mckenna has Irish origins, derived from the Gaelic surname Mac Cionaodha, which translates to 'son of the affectionate fire.' It has evolved through various forms and has gained popularity as a given name in contemporary English-speaking contexts. The name conveys traits of warmth and strength, and it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Mckenna is most popular in Utah, 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Mckenna has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, falling 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 male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mckenna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6168th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10143rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11870th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 691st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 210th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 274th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mckenna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mckenna"
Pronunciation
/məkˈɛnə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Mckenna is derived from the Gaelic surname 'Mac Cionaodha,' which means 'son of Cionaodh.' The elements of the name are 'Mac,' meaning 'son,' and 'Cionaodh,' which is composed of 'cion' meaning 'affection' and 'Aodh,' an old Gaelic name meaning 'fire.'
Meaning
son of the affectionate fire
Language Evolution
Mac Cionaodha, M'Kenna, Mckenna
Historical Usage
Mckenna has been used as a surname in Ireland for centuries and began to gain popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
MacKenna, Kenna, Mack
Modern Popularity & Image
Mckenna is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with strength and individuality. It has gained popularity among parents seeking unique names for their children.
Famous People
Mckenna Grace, Mckenna Kelly
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mckenna"
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 "Mckenna"
"Mckenna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6168th of 16616 | 100 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10143rd of 24088 | 83 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11870th of 19264 | 29 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 691st of 27321 | 4,595 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 210th of 35406 | 24,807 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 274th of 30306 | 14,114 |
Regional Popularity of "Mckenna" 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) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Mckenna" 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) |
16.23% 598th/3685 |
26.55% 1188th/4475 |
19.18% 996th/5194 |
7.49% 473rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
3.10% 142nd/4582 |
5.27% 272nd/5164 |
3.75% 274th/7313 |
2.64% 197th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
5.37% 214th/3984 |
4.86% 218th/4487 |
4.35% 297th/6822 |
5.83% 366th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mckenna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mckenna" 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.