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Mckinnon

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Pronounced muh-KIN-un /məˈkɪn.ən/Medium

Meaning: Mckinnon is a Scottish clan surname, often explained as 'son of the fair-born' (from MacFhionghuin). As a first name it is surname-style and leans masculine; used here for a girl, we note the lean.Low

In 30 seconds: A Scottish clan name: Mckinnon means 'son of the fair-born' - surname-style, leaning male, which we note (said 'muh-KIN-un').
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Origin MediumScottish
MeaningMckinnon is a Scottish clan surname, often explained as 'son of the fair-born' (from MacFhionghuin). As a first name it is surname-style and leans masculine; used here for a girl, we note the lean.
U.S. rank (2023)#14559 ↗ Rising
2023 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 16

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320082023

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Mckinnon is a Scottish clan surname, 'son of the fair-born,' used as a modern first name. It leans masculine or unisex; used here for a girl, we note the lean. A crisp sound (said 'muh-KIN-un').

For girls it appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare, Scottish, and surname-style.

Did you know? Mckinnon is the name of a Scottish Highland clan, usually read as 'son of the fair-born.' As a given name it is surname-style and leans masculine; we flag that honestly.
Overall data confidence 40%
References - Mckinnon — Scottish surname; surname/male lean

Variations

McKinnonMackinnon

Nicknames

KinnyMac

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Mckinnon mean?

Mckinnon is a Scottish clan surname, 'son of the fair-born'; as a first name it leans male/unisex, which we note.

How do you pronounce Mckinnon?

It's said muh-KIN-un /məˈkɪn.ən/ — 3 syllables.

Is Mckinnon a boy or girl name?

Mckinnon is a Scottish surname that reads unisex or male; it is used here for a girl, and we note that lean.

How popular is Mckinnon?

Mckinnon is extremely rare for girls in the U.S. — a newly emerging pick.

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