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Mckenzie

Girl / Boy name · 338 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Mckenzie: 338 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 34 births in 2006.

The name Mckenzie is a modern Anglicised spelling of the Scottish surname Mac Coinnich, meaning “son of Coinneach,” where Coinneach itself derives from a Gaelic word for “handsome” or “comely.” Though historically a clan surname, it gained traction as a given name in the late 20th century, often used for girls but also for boys. Perhaps the most famous bearer is actress Mackenzie Phillips, known for her role in *American Graffiti* and the sitcom *One Day at a Time*. The name also echoes through places like the McKenzie River in Oregon and McKenzie County in North Dakota, both named after Scottish explorer Donald McKenzie. Variant spellings such as Mackenzie and Mckenna are common, but Mckenzie remains a popular choice