Son of the handsome one
Makenize is a modern creative spelling of the Scottish surname Mackenzie. It originates from the Gaelic 'Mac Coinnich', which translates to 'son of Coinneach', with Coinneach meaning 'handsome' or 'fair'.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Makenize in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).