Mackenzye

Scottish

"son of Kenneth"

Mackenzye Origin and Meaning

The name Mackenzye is a girl's name.

Mackenzye represents a creative spelling variation of Mackenzie, a name with Scottish Gaelic origins meaning "son of the fair one" or "son of Kenneth." Originally a masculine surname and clan name, it transitioned to a feminine given name in the late 20th century. This particular spelling with 'y' instead of 'i' emerged as parents sought distinctive ways to personalize the popular name. Mackenzye maintains the familiar sound while offering visual uniqueness. While the traditional spelling peaked in popularity during the 1990s and 2000s, variant spellings like Mackenzye appeal to parents wanting a recognizable name with an individualized twist. The 'y' adds a contemporary flair to this Scottish heritage name.