Mackenzie
Mackenzie is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Son of Kenzie or son of the handsome one.
Origin and history
Mackenzie originates as a Scottish surname derived from the Gaelic MacCoinnich, meaning 'son of Kenzie' or 'son of the handsome one'. While traditionally a masculine name in Scotland, in the United States it became widely popular for girls in the late 20th century, though it maintains steady, moderate use for boys.
Popularity in the United States
7,861 babies in the United States have been named Mackenzie since 1880. It ranks #1368 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1474.
States where it is most popular
- CA (9.5 %)
- MI (7.4 %)
- NY (7.4 %)
- FL (5.8 %)
- TX (5.6 %)
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 | 182 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,324 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,525 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,038 |
| 2010-2019 | 335 |
| 2020-2029 | 457 |
Famous people named Mackenzie
- Mackenzie Crook: Actor, Comedian
- Mackenzie Astin: Actor
- Mackenzie Bowell: Prime Minister, Politician
Nicknames
Mac, Mack, Kenzie
Fun facts
- The name originally stems from the Clan Mackenzie, an influential Scottish clan from the Highlands.
- Though it began as a masculine given name, Mackenzie gained massive popularity for girls in North America starting in the 1970s.