Mckenzie
Mckenzie is a girl name that ranked #493 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1917. Its best recorded rank was #133 in 2000.
Latest rank
#493
Peak rank
#133
Reached in 2000
Total recorded usage
63,205
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1917
What To Know About Mckenzie
Mckenzie remains a practical choice for parents drawn to names with clear pronunciation and established usage. Its Irish background adds depth without making the name feel heavy or old-fashioned.
Mckenzie is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows Mckenzie appearing in official records as far back as 1917, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #133 in 2000, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
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Page Notes
Pronunciation: MCKENZIE
Origin: Irish
Editorial status: published
Confidence: medium
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to cross-reference origin and pronunciation guidance.