MACKENZIE

Meaning

Mackenzie began as a Scottish surname from Gaelic Mac Coinnich, meaning “son of Coinneach.” Coinneach is commonly connected with the idea of “handsome” or “comely,” and sometimes linked to “bright” or “fair.” As a given name, Mackenzie is now used independently and is especially common in English-speaking countries.

Origin

Fun fact

Mackenzie is one of the better-known examples of a Scottish clan name that became a modern first name.