Mikenzie Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmih-KEN-zee / /mɪˈkɛn.zi/English; Scottish
Meaning
Son of the wise ruler (English); derived from the surname Mackenzie (Scottish)
Historical & Cultural Background
Mikenzie is a modern variation of the name Mackenzie, which has Scottish roots and originally referred to a family name meaning 'son of the wise ruler.' The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, as a feminine given name. The use of surnames as first names has become a trend in contemporary naming practices, reflecting a blend of tradition and modernity.
Trend Summary
Mikenzie reflects a modern trend towards unique spellings of traditional names.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Mackenzie
- Mackinzie
- Mikenzey
International Variants
- Mackenzie (English)
- Mackenzie (Scottish)
Famous people named Mikenzie
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Fictional characters named Mikenzie
Mikenzie — The Last Song.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mikenzie was first seen in the United States in 1990. Mikenzie has ranked as high as #1292 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, North Carolina, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Mikenzie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mikenzie (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 38 |
| 1999 | 29 |
| 2000 | 47 |
| 2001 | 42 |
| 2002 | 34 |
| 2003 | 38 |
| 2004 | 46 |
| 2005 | 35 |
| 2006 | 50 |
| 2007 | 43 |
| 2008 | 41 |
| 2009 | 36 |
| 2010 | 33 |
| 2011 | 54 |
| 2012 | 47 |
| 2013 | 47 |
| 2014 | 35 |
| 2015 | 32 |
| 2016 | 37 |
| 2017 | 33 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 26 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 10 |