Mckinley
Mckinley is a girl's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Son of Finlay or fair warrior.
Origin and history
Mckinley is an Anglicized Scottish Gaelic surname derived from Mac Fhionnlaigh, meaning son of Finlay. Historically used as a surname honoring U.S. President William McKinley, it gained popularity in the United States as a given name for girls in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. It fits well into the modern trend of using Gaelic surnames and 'Mac/Mc' prefix names for females.
Popularity in the United States
13,098 babies in the United States have been named Mckinley since 1880. It ranks #1397 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #617.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.1 %)
- GA (6.1 %)
- TN (5.5 %)
- NC (5.2 %)
- CA (4.4 %)
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 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 83 |
| 1990-2000 | 633 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,365 |
| 2010-2019 | 7,219 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,787 |
Nicknames
Kinley, Mickey, Kin
Fun facts
- The surname became prominent in the United States due to 25th U.S. President William McKinley.
- The root name Finlay combines Gaelic words meaning fair and hero or warrior.