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MacKenzie

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Type Surname (from given name)
Usage Scottish
Pronounced Pron. mə-KEHN-zee
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Meaning & History

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Anglicized form of Gaelic MacCoinnich meaning "son of Coinneach". It originates from the Kintail area of Scotland on the northwest coast.

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VariantsMcKenzie(Scottish) MacCoinnich(Scottish Gaelic)

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Entry updated April 5, 2022

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