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Summary

Mckinley is a name of Scottish Gaelic origin, meaning 'fair warrior'. It evolved from the surname Mac Fhionnlaigh, reflecting a rich linguistic heritage. The name gained prominence in the late 19th century, particularly associated with President William McKinley. It is perceived positively in modern times, symbolizing strength and tradition, with no biblical relevance.

The name Mckinley is most popular in Utah, 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 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, Mckinley has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mckinley' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 537th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 641st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 780th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1260th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1425th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1620th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2318th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14020th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4082nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 869th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 494th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mckinley' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.