Mackenzie
Mackenzie is a girl's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Child of Kenzie; son of the handsome one.
Origin and history
Mackenzie is derived from the Scottish Gaelic surname MacCoinnich, meaning son of Kenzie or son of the handsome one. Originally a patronymic surname, it gained widespread popularity as a given name in the United States during the late 20th century. It remains a moderately common choice for girls today.
Popularity in the United States
141,274 babies in the United States have been named Mackenzie since 1880. It ranks #286 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #154.
States where it is most popular
- CA (7.2 %)
- TX (6.3 %)
- OH (5.7 %)
- NY (5.4 %)
- PA (5.3 %)
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 | 836 |
| 1980-1990 | 4,597 |
| 1990-2000 | 34,778 |
| 2000-2010 | 54,553 |
| 2010-2019 | 35,289 |
| 2020-2029 | 11,221 |
Famous people named Mackenzie
- Mackenzie Davis: Actress
- Mackenzie Foy: Actress, Model
- Mackenzie Phillips: Actress, Author
Nicknames
Kenzie, Mac, Kenz
Fun facts
- Mackenzie transitioned from a traditional Gaelic clan surname into a widely popular modern given name.
- The root name Coinneach means comely or handsome in Scottish Gaelic.