KENZIE
Kenzie
Kenzie is a Scottish and English surname that is derived from the Gaelic word "Coinneach," meaning handsome or fair. The name is believed to have originated as a personal name, eventually evolving into a hereditary surname.
The Kenzie surname has historical significance in Scotland, particularly in the Highlands. The Clan Mackenzie, one of the largest Highland clans, has played a prominent role in Scottish history. The clan's original Gaelic name is "Clann Choinnich" in reference to their legendary eponymous ancestor "Coinneach" or Kenneth. The clan's stronghold was at Eilean Donan Castle in the western Highlands.
The Kenzie surname has also appeared in England, primarily as a name of Anglo-Saxon or Norse origin. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Kenzie have migrated and settled in different regions of the British Isles, leading to diverse branches of the family.
Notable individuals with the Kenzie surname have made contributions to various fields, including arts, academia, politics, and sports. The surname continues to exist today, with descendants of the original bearers residing in different parts of the world.
In modern times, the Kenzie surname retains its historical and cultural significance, serving as a link to the rich tapestry of British and Scottish heritage.
There are approximately 137 people named Kenzie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Kenzie.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Cyril
- David
- Donald
- George
- Gordon
- Kenneth
- Martin
- Peter
- Shane
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Caroline
- Elizabeth
- Joan
- Kathryn
- Megan
- Morag
- Rachael
- Rachel
- Sheri
- Vanessa