Mackena Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmuh-KEN-uh / /məˈkɛnə/Irish; Scottish
Meaning
Irish: 'son of the handsome one'; Scottish: 'the daughter of the chief'
Historical & Cultural Background
Mackena is derived from the Irish surname Mac Cionnaith, which means 'son of Cionnaith'. It has also been associated with Scottish Gaelic roots. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States, as a feminine variant of traditionally masculine names. Its usage reflects a broader trend of adopting surnames as first names.
Trend Summary
Mackena has seen a rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Makenna
- Makena
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mackena was first seen in the United States in 1996. Mackena has ranked as high as #1367 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Mackena has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 5 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 7 |