Mykenzie

Scottish

"son of Kenneth"

Mykenzie Origin and Meaning

The name Mykenzie is a girl's name.

Mykenzie is a modern feminine name that represents a creative spelling variation of Mackenzie or McKenzie. Originally a Scottish surname meaning "son of Kenneth" (from the Gaelic "Coinneach" meaning "handsome"), it transitioned to a given name in the late 20th century. The distinctive "y" spelling adds uniqueness while maintaining the familiar pronunciation. This name gained popularity in the 1990s and 2000s as part of the trend toward surname-inspired girls' names. Mykenzie offers parents a way to personalize a popular name while retaining its recognizable sound and Scottish heritage. The name carries associations with strength and individuality, fitting contemporary naming trends that favor distinctive spellings of familiar names.