How Many People Are Named Mackenzie?

Complete statistics for the name Mackenzie: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Mackenzie
Rare
Scottish

Mackenzie means 'son of Conan' and has origins in Scotland; it's rare but beloved. About 145,885 people in the US today share this name, making up 1 in 2,262 Americans. With most under 30, it's clear this is a name for the young generation.

~13,446
Living in US
1 in 24,650
Americans
2001
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Son of Conan
🌐
Origin
Scottish
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Confident Determined
6
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 6 are known for their nurturing nature and strong sense of responsibility.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

146,708
Worldwide Bearers
#39,473
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
145,885
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
143
🇭🇹 Haiti
143
🇿🇲 Zambia
139
🇧🇷 Brazil
58
🇳🇿 New Zealand
42
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland
39
🇳🇬 Nigeria
38
🇨🇲 Cameroon
30
🇵🇭 Philippines
30

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
7,508 (5%)
♀ Female
138,378 (95%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 21
117,198
Would be under 30 (79%)
30,481
Would be 30–60 (21%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 147,679 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2001

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
99
Classic Feel
27
Modern Appeal
93
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Mackenzie Through the Generations

Mackenzie reached its peak popularity in 2001 with 7,105 births, reflecting a surge in interest during the early 2000s. Today, the name's trend shows a decline, yet it remains a favorite among younger generations. The majority of those named Mackenzie are under 30, indicating a relatively new addition to the American naming landscape.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 10,470
Texas 9,106
Ohio 8,270
New York 7,903
Pennsylvania 7,589
Michigan 7,090
Florida 6,622
Illinois 6,081
North Carolina 4,786
Indiana 4,465

⭐ Famous People Named Mackenzie

Mackenzie is a unisex given name. It is derived from the Scottish surname, from the Gaelic MacCoinnich. In North America, the name is more often used for girls than boys.…

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✨ Similar Names to Mackenzie

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Mackenzie's Scottish roots

📄 About the Name Mackenzie

How Many People Have the Name Mackenzie?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 13,446 people in the United States currently share the name Mackenzie. That works out to roughly 1 in every 24,650 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Mackenzie a Common or Rare Name?

Mackenzie is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Mackenzie Mean?

Mackenzie means "son of Conan" and comes from Scottish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Mackenzie in SSA data, approximately 5% are male and 95% are female.

When Was Mackenzie Most Popular?

The name Mackenzie reached peak popularity in 2001, with 7,105 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Mackenzie?

Approximately 13,446 people named Mackenzie live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 13,446. That works out to roughly 1 in 24,650 Americans.

Is Mackenzie a rare name?

Mackenzie is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 24,650 Americans has this name.

What does the name Mackenzie mean?

Mackenzie means "son of Conan" and comes from Scottish origins.

Is Mackenzie more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 5% of people named Mackenzie are male and 95% are female.

When was Mackenzie most popular?

Mackenzie peaked in 2001 with 7,105 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US13,446
All-Time Births13,446
1 in X1 in 24,650
RarityRare
GenderFemale
Avg Age21
Peak Year2001
World Rank#39,473
Male %5%
Female %95%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.