MacKinley Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

MacKinley is listed in our database as a boy name of Scottish origin. Its recorded meaning is “Son of Kinley”.

MacKinley Name at a Glance

Name MacKinley
Meaning Son of Kinley.
Origin Scottish
Gender Boy

What Does the Name MacKinley Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, MacKinley means “Son of Kinley”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

MacKinley Name Origin

Our database records MacKinley under Scottish origin. Browse more Scottish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is MacKinley a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, MacKinley is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name MacKinley

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