Mckenzi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mckenzi is a modern name with Scottish origins, meaning 'handsome' or 'fair one.' It evolved from the surname MacKenzie and has gained popularity in recent decades. The name is associated with traits of strength and independence, and it does not have specific biblical relevance.
The name Mckenzi 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 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, Mckenzi 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, 'Mckenzi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14677th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3634th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2381st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4375th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mckenzi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mckenzi"
Pronunciation
/məkənˈzi/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
The name Mckenzi is derived from the Scottish surname MacKenzie, which means 'son of Coinneach' or 'son of the fair one.' The name Coinneach itself comes from the Gaelic word 'coinneach,' meaning 'handsome' or 'fair.'
Meaning
handsome, fair one
Language Evolution
MacKenzie, Mackenzie, Mckenzi
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a given name for girls and boys.
Variants & Derivatives
Mackenzie, Kenzie, MacKenzie
Modern Popularity & Image
Mckenzi is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with a strong and independent character. It is popular among younger generations.
Famous People
Mckenzi Brooke, Mckenzi Haire
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mckenzi"
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 "Mckenzi"
"Mckenzi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14677th of 19264 | 15 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3634th of 27321 | 432 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2381st of 35406 | 1,180 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4375th of 30306 | 390 |
Regional Popularity of "Mckenzi" 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 "Mckenzi" 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) |
75.33% 2776th/3685 |
- |
63.21% 3283rd/5194 |
51.43% 3249th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
50.96% 2335th/4582 |
83.15% 4294th/5164 |
33.93% 2481st/7313 |
62.82% 4688th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
58.31% 3978th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Mckenzi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mckenzi" 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.