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The name Mackenzie is of Scottish origin and it means "son of Kenneth". The name derives from the Gaelic name Mac Coinnich, which translates to "son of the fair one".The name Mackenzie was originally a surname that was given to someone who was a descendant of Kenneth, meaning that their father or ancestor was named Kenneth. It was a common practice in Scotland to use patronymics, which means that a child would be named after their father or a male ancestor.In the 19th century, the name Mackenzie began to be used as a first name, particularly for girls. It has since become a popular unisex name in modern times.Famous people with the name Mackenzie include American actress Mackenzie Phillips, Canadian singer-songwriter Mackenzie Porter, and Scottish footballer Mackenzie Heaney.

The name Mackenzie is popular in the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

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