Mackenzy: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: m-ahck-ehnzy
Origin: United States
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Son of coinneach

Mackenzy is a name with Scottish and Irish origins, derived from the Gaelic name Mac Coinnich, meaning "son of Coinneach, " which translates to "son of the handsome one" or "comely. " The name has evolved over time, initially used as a surname and later adopted as a given name. Its popularity has grown, especially in the United States, where it is often used for both boys and girls. The name Mackenzy is significant because it reflects the cultural heritage of Scotland and Ireland, symbolizing beauty and good looks.

Mackenzy Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Mackenzy is currently #9228 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Mackenzy is currently #5217 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Mackenzy is currently #4522 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Mackenzy is currently #2527 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Mackenzy is currently #4655 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Mackenzy is currently #2612 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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