Mackenze

Scottish

"son of Kenneth"

Mackenze Origin and Meaning

The name Mackenze is a boy's name.

Mackenze is a masculine name that represents a spelling variation of the more common Mackenzie. Originally a Scottish surname meaning 'son of Kenneth' (with Kenneth deriving from Celtic elements meaning 'handsome' or 'fire-born'), it transitioned to use as a given name. While Mackenzie has become predominantly feminine in the United States since the 1990s, this particular spelling maintains more masculine associations in some communities. The name carries Scottish Highland heritage and conveys a sense of strength and tradition. This less conventional spelling offers distinction while maintaining the recognizable sound of the original. Mackenze exemplifies the fluid nature of gendered naming conventions across different cultural contexts.