Mckinley
Mckinley is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Son of the fair warrior.
Origin and history
Mckinley originates as a Scottish Gaelic surname meaning 'son of Findlaech' or 'son of the fair warrior'. Though historically associated with U.S. President William McKinley, it transitioned into a given name for both boys and girls. In recent years, it remains a recognized choice in the United States, though it is currently more common for females than males.
Popularity in the United States
9,786 babies in the United States have been named Mckinley since 1880. It ranks #1211 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1654.
States where it is most popular
- NC (13.7 %)
- MS (12.2 %)
- VA (11.2 %)
- LA (9.6 %)
- TX (7.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 478 |
| 1900-1910 | 550 |
| 1910-1920 | 653 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,252 |
| 1930-1940 | 915 |
| 1940-1950 | 902 |
| 1950-1960 | 948 |
| 1960-1970 | 618 |
| 1970-1980 | 403 |
| 1980-1990 | 468 |
| 1990-2000 | 783 |
| 2000-2010 | 834 |
| 2010-2019 | 709 |
| 2020-2029 | 273 |
Famous people named Mckinley
- Mckinley Moore: Baseball Player
- McKinley Boston: American Football Player, Athletics Administrator
Nicknames
Mac, Kinley, Kin
Fun facts
- The surname became popular as a U.S. given name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in honor of President William McKinley.
- The name derives from the Gaelic patronymic Mac Fhionnlaoich, combining elements meaning 'fair' and 'warrior'.