Kenzie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKEN-zee / /ˈkɛn.zi/Scottish; Irish
Meaning
Scottish: fair one; Irish: descendant of the handsome one
Historical & Cultural Background
Kenzie is often considered a diminutive of the name Kenneth, which has Scottish origins. The name has gained popularity in recent years as a unisex name, though it is traditionally more common for girls. In Irish culture, Kenzie can also be linked to the surname MacKenzie, which means 'son of the fair one.' The name reflects a blend of heritage from both Scottish and Irish traditions.
Trend Summary
Kenzie has seen a rise in popularity as a unisex name in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kenz
- Kenzey
International Variants
- Kensy (English)
- Kenzie (Scottish)
Famous people named Kenzie
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Fictional characters named Kenzie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kenzie was first seen in the United States in 1918. Kenzie has ranked as high as #1332 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Kenzie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kenzie (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 7 |