Mckenna

Meaning of Mckenna

Means "son of Cionaodha" or "born of fire."

Mckenna has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Mckenna

Mckenna has cooled off, slipping to #410 in 2025, down from a peak of #177 in 2002.

Notable people named Mckenna

• McKenna Grace
  Actress, known for 'Gifted'
• McKenna James
  Model and social media personality
• McKenna Ralston
  Soccer player
• McKenna Long
  American Idol contestant
• McKenna Bintz
  Volleyball player

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Questions about the name Mckenna

What does the name Mckenna mean?

Mckenna means means "son of cionaodha" or "born of fire.", and it comes from Irish origins.

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

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

How popular is the name Mckenna?

In 2025, Mckenna ranked #410 for girls, down from #378 the year before.

When was Mckenna most popular?

Mckenna peaked at #177 in 2002.