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UnisexIrish

Mckinnley

muh-KIN-lee

Popularity

#7111

falling

Letters

9

Syllables

3

Origin

Irish

Total Births

566

Peak Year

#51 in 2011

First Recorded

1994

Style

Strong & Bold, Modern & Trendy

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

An anglicized form of the Irish surname Mac Cinneidigh, meaning 'son of Cinneidigh' (ugly head). It's a strong, distinguished surname name.

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Gender Split

Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Famous Namesakes

  • William McKinley

    The 25th President of the United States.

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Personality Traits

AmbitiousResilientCharismaticDetermined

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