Etymology & Historical Origin of the Baby Name Makenzie

Makenzie (like Mckenzie) is a variant form of the name Mackenzie, derived from a notable Scottish surname, which originated from the older Gaelic name "MacCoinnich" (or son of Coinneach, also son of the ‘bright one’). Coinneach was a personal name that came from the Gaelic word meaning "comely, good-looking.” Even though the Mackenzies have been a distinguished Scottish clan for over 700 years, the usage of Makenzie as a forename is unique to North America (and the United States in particular). The given name Mackenzie has become popular only within the past 30 years in the United States and Canada, originally among people of Scottish origin. As the name grew in popularity, other spelling formations began to crop up. Makenzie and Mckenzie are examples of this.

All About the Baby Name – Makenzie

Personality

OF THE GIRL NAME MAKENZIE

The Three energy is powerful and enthusiastic. These personalities are cheerful, full of self-expression, and often quite emotional. They have an artistic flair and "gift-of-gab" that makes them natural entertainers. Their joyfulness bubbles over, and their infectious exuberance draws a crowd. The Three personality is like a child - forever young and full of delight. They are charming, witty, and generally happy people. The Three personality lives in the "now" and has a spontaneous nature. Threes seem to live with a bright and seemingly unbreakable aura that attracts others to them. In turn, they are deeply loyal and loving to their friends and family. Luck also has a tendency to favor number Threes.

Popularity

OF THE GIRL NAME MAKENZIE

The name Makenzie is the least popular of the three “Mackenzie” names, although it does not lag too far behind Mckenzie. It obviously just comes down to a spelling preference. The original form of the name (i.e., Mackenzie) was the first to the charts in 1978 and McKenzie followed in 1984. Makenzie first appears on the U.S. popularity charts in 1991, and like her sisters, has experienced trendy growth in the past 15-20 years. The spelling of Makenzie is most popular in the state of Mississippi where it ranks in the Top 50.

Quick Facts

ON MAKENZIE

GENDER:

Girl

ORIGIN:

Celtic

NUMBER OF SYLLABLES:

3

RANKING POPULARITY:

165

PRONUNCIATION:

mah-KEHN-zee

SIMPLE MEANING:

Comely, good-looking

Characteristics

OF MAKENZIE

Communicative

Creative

Optimistic

Popular

Social

Dramatic

Happy

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Famous People

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Historic Figures

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