Mackenna Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationmuh-KEN-uh / /məˈkɛnə/

Irish; Scottish

Meaning

Irish: son of the handsome one; Scottish: son of the warrior

Historical & Cultural Background

Mackenna is derived from the Irish surname Mac Cionaoith, which means 'son of Cionaoith.' It has gained popularity as a given name in recent decades, particularly in the United States. The name reflects a blend of Irish and Scottish heritage, often associated with strength and beauty.

Trend Summary

Mackenna has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the early 2000s.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Makenna
  • MacKenna

International Variants

  • Mackenna (Irish)
  • Makenna (English)

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Fictional characters named Mackenna

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Mackenna was first seen in the United States in 1995. Mackenna has ranked as high as #1242 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Mackenna has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Mackenna

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19958