Kenzie
Fact sheet
- Name
- Kenzie
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Kenzie is both a female and a male first name that originates from English and is a short form of Mackenzie. This name has its roots in the Gaelic surname Mac Coinnich. The translation of the name is 'son/daughter of Coinneach' or 'son/daughter of the attractive one'.
What does the name Kenzie mean?
The first name Kenzie, used for both girls and boys, is derived as an English short form of Mackenzie, which in turn comes from the Gaelic surname Mac Coinnich. The meaning of the name is 'son/daughter of Coinneach' or 'son/daughter of the attractive one'. These roots are found in the Scottish Gaelic word Coinneach, which means 'beautiful', 'kind', 'gentle', and 'good-looking'. Kenzie can also appear in other spellings such as Mckenzie and Makenzie.
Where does the name Kenzie come from?
The name Kenzie is a first name with old Scottish roots and means 'son/daughter of Coinneach'.
How do you pronounce Kenzie?
Ken-zi
Popularity
In Germany, Kenzie is a rather rare name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th in the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2011, when it reached 2,438th place. In the last ten years, the name Kenzie has been given about 20 times as a first name, placing it 6,729th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 5,733rd.
Nicknames & pet names
Kenz
Famous people
- Kenzie Dysli (equestrian, actress, and horse trainer)
- Mackenzie (Kenzie) Ziegler (dancer, singer, Dance Moms, actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Kenzie
Where does the name Kenzie come from?
Kenzie has old Scottish roots and is derived from the Gaelic surname Mac Coinnich.
What does the name Kenzie mean?
The meaning of the name Kenzie is 'son/daughter of Coinneach', which indicates the qualities 'beautiful', 'kind', 'gentle', and 'good-looking'.
How popular is the name Kenzie?
Kenzie enjoys growing popularity in various countries and is used for both girls and boys.