Mackenzey
Meaning of Mackenzey
Mackenzey is a feminine adaptation of the Scottish Gaelic surname MacCoinnich—literally “son of Coinneach,” or “fair one”—which, through Anglicization, has migrated into modern usage as a unisex given name. The idiosyncratic –zey ending confers a subtly Latinate elegance, evoking the precision of Roman nomenclature while the pronunciation /məˈkɛnzi/ balances melodic softness and decisive closure. An analytical review of U.S. birth data reveals that, from five occurrences in 1996 (rank 855) through a peak of fourteen in 2011 (rank 933), Mackenzey has consistently registered between five and twenty newborns annually, occupying positions between 850 and 975 in national rankings. This steady pattern underscores its enduring appeal—rooted in a fusion of Celtic heritage and contemporary orthographic innovation—making Mackenzey an appealing choice for parents who seek a name that harmonizes historical depth with fresh interpretive promise.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as muh-KEN-zee (/məˈkɛnzi/)
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