Mackinzie

Scottish

"son of Kenneth"

Mackinzie Origin and Meaning

The name Mackinzie is a boy's name.

Mackinzie is a masculine name derived from the Scottish surname Mackenzie, meaning 'son of Kenneth' or 'fair one.' This particular spelling variation emerged in North America as part of the trend toward distinctive renderings of traditional names. While Mackenzie (and variations like Mckenzie) are more commonly used for girls in recent decades, the Mackinzie spelling tends to appear more frequently for boys. The name carries associations with Scottish heritage and conveys strength and individuality. Its popularity peaked in the early 2000s amid the broader trend of using surnames as first names. Mackinzie offers a masculine alternative within the Mackenzie family of names while maintaining the appealing 'z' sound that makes it distinctive.