Kenzlie
2025 SSA
About Kenzlie
Kenzlie is a feminine name that emerged as a modern variation of names like Mackenzie or Kenzie. It combines trendy elements from several popular naming patterns, including the "Ken" sound (as in Kennedy) and the fashionable "-lie" ending seen in names like Kaylie or Carlie. The name likely gained traction in the early 2000s amid the trend of creating distinctive spellings and combinations of familiar names. While Kenzlie doesn't have ancient origins, it may connect to Mackenzie's Scottish roots, originally meaning "son of Kenneth" or "fair one." The name has a contemporary, youthful energy that appeals to parents seeking something recognizable yet unique. Though not among top-ranking girls' names, Kenzlie continues to maintain modest popularity, particularly in the United States.
Pronounced KENZ-lee.
As of October 2026, Kenzlie ranked #7684 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2551 for girls in 2013.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,904 | 59 | 33 |
| 2015 | #3,366 | 48 | 26.9 |
| 2016 | #3,441 | 46 | 26 |
| 2017 | #2,622 | 67 | 38.8 |
| 2018 | #2,663 | 65 | 38.2 |
| 2019 | #3,113 | 52 | 31 |
| 2020 | #3,653 | 41 | 25.4 |
| 2021 | #4,559 | 30 | 18.3 |
| 2022 | #4,851 | 28 | 17.1 |
| 2023 | #4,931 | 27 | 16.8 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |