Girl · 5045th of 35,406
Mckensie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
768
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1997
Peak Popularity Year
48
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Mckensie 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
Mckensie is a name of Scottish origin, meaning handsome or fair, derived from the Gaelic name Caoinneach. It evolved from the surname MacKensie to become a modern given name. The name has gained popularity since the late 20th century and is viewed as trendy. There is no biblical relevance associated with it.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/məˈkɛnzi/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
The name Mckensie is derived from the Scottish surname MacKensie, which means 'son of Kenzie'. The name Kenzie itself is derived from the Gaelic name Caoinneach, which means 'handsome' or 'fair'.
Meaning
handsome, fair
Language Evolution
MacKensie, Kenzie, Mckensie
Historical Usage
The name Mckensie gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of the traditional Scottish surname and has been used as a given name for girls, especially in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Kenzie, McKenzie, Mackenzie
Modern Popularity & Image
Mckensie is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with uniqueness and a contemporary style. It is popular among parents looking for names that are both traditional and modern.
Famous People
Mckensie Mack, Mckensie L. Smith
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 48 peak births in 1997
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 30 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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 3 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5138th of 27321 | 266 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5045th of 35406 | 410 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11629th of 30306 | 92 |