Girl · 52nd of 35,406
Mackenzie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
147,679
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2001
Peak Popularity Year
7,105
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Mackenzie stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Mackenzie is of Scottish Gaelic origin, meaning 'handsome'. It evolved from the surname MacCoinnich and has seen increased popularity as a given name since the 20th century. The name is associated with traits of strength and modernity, and it has no biblical significance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/məˈkɛn.zi/
Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Etymology
The name Mackenzie derives from the Scottish Gaelic surname MacCoinnich, meaning 'son of Coinneach', where Coinneach means 'handsome' or 'comely'.
Meaning
handsome
Language Evolution
MacCoinnich, Mackenzie
Historical Usage
Mackenzie gained popularity as both a surname and a given name in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Kenzie, MacKenzie, Mackensie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Mackenzie is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Mackenzie Davis, Mackenzie Crook, Mackenzie Foy
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 7,105 peak births in 2001
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in New Hampshire
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 8 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2603rd of 10718 | 227 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 554th of 16616 | 4,847 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1209th of 24088 | 2,084 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2584th of 23106 | 603 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1516th of 19264 | 1,069 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 195th of 27321 | 24,338 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 52nd of 35406 | 80,804 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 101st of 30306 | 33,707 |