Kenzie

At a Glance

Meaning

Short form of Mackenzie, from Coinneach 'the fair one'

Origin

Scottish Gaelic (short form of Mackenzie)

Gender

Neutral

Pronunciation

KEN-zeeListen

Kenzie is a short form of Mackenzie, tracing back to the Scottish Gaelic name Coinneach, meaning "the fair one." It's given to children of any gender and is pronounced KEN-zee. If Mackenzie feels like a lot of name, Kenzie carries the same Gaelic roots in a shorter, standalone form.

Meaning & Origin of Kenzie

Meaning: Short form of Mackenzie, from Coinneach 'the fair one'.

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (short form of Mackenzie).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Kenzie

Popularity of Kenzie

Kenzie peaked in 2014, when 1,329 babies were given the name and it ranked #245 nationally. By 2024 that had dropped to 470 babies and a rank of #628, so it's still around, just far less common than a decade ago.

FAQ

What does the name Kenzie mean?

Short form of Mackenzie, from Coinneach ‘the fair one’. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Kenzie?

Kenzie is pronounced KEN-zee (IPA: /ˈkɛnzi/).

Is Kenzie a popular name right now?

Kenzie peaked at #245 in 2014 and is ranked #628 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1918–2024.)

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