Kenzie
Kenzie is a girl's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Handsome or fair one; short form of Mackenzie.
Origin and history
Kenzie is a modern diminutive and short form of Mackenzie, which derives from the Scottish Gaelic surname MacCoinnich meaning 'son of Coinneach' or 'handsome one'. It has gained popularity in the United States as an independent given name, particularly since the late 20th century. Its usage reflects the broader trend of adopting Scottish surnames and shortened forms as first names.
Popularity in the United States
21,391 babies in the United States have been named Kenzie since 1880. It ranks #1018 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #520.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.9 %)
- CA (8.6 %)
- OH (4.8 %)
- FL (4.7 %)
- IL (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 77 |
| 1980-1990 | 439 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,145 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,923 |
| 2010-2019 | 10,319 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,488 |
Famous people named Kenzie
- Kenzie Ziegler: dancer, singer
Fun facts
- Kenzie originated as a truncated form of Mackenzie, a Scottish surname meaning son of Coinneach.
- While historically a nickname, Kenzie has established itself as a standalone given name in the United States over recent decades.