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Makinley

muh-KIN-lee

Popularity

#4081

falling

Letters

8

Syllables

3

Origin

Scottish

Total Births

1,826

Peak Year

#174 in 2013

First Recorded

1996

Style

Modern & Trendy, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

An Anglicized spelling of the Scottish surname 'Mac Kinley,' meaning 'son of Kenneth.' Kenneth is of Gaelic origin, meaning 'handsome.'

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • William McKinley

    25th President of the United States.

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Personality Traits

StrongIndependentAmbitiousCharismatic

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