Makenzie

Meaning of Makenzie

Son of Kenneth; born of fire

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

Popularity of Makenzie

Makenzie has cooled off, slipping to #700 in 2025, down from a peak of #139 in 2011.

Notable people named Makenzie

• Makenzie Foy
  Actress (Twilight, Interstellar)
• Makenzie Vega
  Actress (The Good Wife)
• Makenzie Smith
  Professional basketball player
• Makenzie Fischer
  Water polo player
• Makenzie Dustman
  Race car driver

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Questions about the name Makenzie

What does the name Makenzie mean?

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

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

Makenzie is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Makenzie?

In 2025, Makenzie ranked #700 for girls, down from #641 the year before.

When was Makenzie most popular?

Makenzie peaked at #139 in 2011.