Mackenzie

Meaning of Mackenzie

Son of Kenneth; born of fire

Mackenzie has Scottish Gaelic roots — browse every Scottish Gaelic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Mackenzie

Mackenzie has cooled off, slipping to #228 in 2025, down from a peak of #40 in 2001.

Mackenzie as a boy's name

Mackenzie is also used as a boy's name. Son of Kenneth, or wise ruler.

Notable people named Mackenzie

• Mackenzie Davis
  Canadian actress
• Mackenzie Foy
  American actress and model
• Mackenzie Rosman
  American actress
• Mackenzie Mauzy
  American actress
• Mackenzie Lintz
  American actress

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Questions about the name Mackenzie

What does the name Mackenzie mean?

Mackenzie means son of kenneth; born of fire, and it comes from Scottish Gaelic origins.

Is Mackenzie a boy's or a girl's name?

Mackenzie is used for both boys and girls in the United States, which makes it a unisex name.

How popular is the name Mackenzie?

In 2025, Mackenzie ranked #228 for girls, down from #200 the year before.

When was Mackenzie most popular?

Mackenzie peaked at #40 in 2001.