Mckenzie

Meaning of Mckenzie

It means "son of Kenneth" or "descendant of Kenneth."

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

Popularity of Mckenzie

Mckenzie has cooled off, slipping to #576 in 2025, down from a peak of #133 in 2000.

Notable people named Mckenzie

• Mackenzie Ziegler
  Dancer and social media personality
• Mackenzie Foy
  Actress (Twilight, Interstellar)
• Mackenzie Davis
  Actress (Terminator: Dark Fate)
• Mackenzie Rosman
  Actress (7th Heaven)
• Mackenzie Mauzy
  Actress (Into the Woods)

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Questions about the name Mckenzie

What does the name Mckenzie mean?

Mckenzie means it means "son of kenneth" or "descendant of kenneth.", and it comes from Scottish origins.

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

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

How popular is the name Mckenzie?

In 2025, Mckenzie ranked #576 for girls, down from #493 the year before.

When was Mckenzie most popular?

Mckenzie peaked at #133 in 2000.