Son of the fair-born one
Derived from the Gaelic surname Mac Fhionghuin, it translates to 'son of the fair-born' or 'son of the beloved.' Historically, it is associated with a Highland Scottish clan from the islands of Mull and Skye.
Less common today
Mckinnon isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,303 in 2025.
A character in the Harry Potter universe, Marlene McKinnon · Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Jerick McKinnon, professional NFL running back
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
