MacKenzie Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

MacKenzie Name at a Glance

Name	MacKenzie
Meaning	Fair; favored one. 'Son of the fair man' or 'Son of Kenzie'.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name MacKenzie Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, MacKenzie means “Fair; favored one. 'Son of the fair man' or 'Son of Kenzie”. 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.

MacKenzie Name Origin

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

Is MacKenzie a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name MacKenzie

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