Declining since 2005.
Popularity of Makinna since 1995
Babies named Makinna per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 54 |
| 2000s | 188 |
| 2010s | 103 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Makinna is a modern feminine name derived from the Irish surname McKenna. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1995, during a period when Irish surname-names like McKenna, Mackenzie, and Kendra were gaining popularity for girls. The name reached its peak rank in 2006, but its trajectory has been falling ever since, with usage declining steadily after 2005. Despite not ranking in the top 1000 in recent years, Makinna remains a distinctive choice that reflects the broader trend of adapting Irish surnames as given names. The name has not been strongly associated with any particular state or region, making it a versatile option across the country. Its sound and spelling align with other popular 'Mc' names, offering a familiar yet unique alternative for parents seeking a name with Irish heritage.
Makinna is a modern respelling of McKenna, an Anglicized form of the Irish surname Mac Cionaoith, meaning 'son of Cionaoith'. The personal name Cionaoith is composed of 'cion', meaning 'respect' or 'affection', and 'aoith', possibly meaning 'fire'. The name emerged as a feminine given name in the late 20th century, gaining popularity in the 1990s and 2000s, particularly in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mak, Kenna, Kinna
Sibling names for Makinna
Names that share Makinna's style, for a brother or sister.
