Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Mckenna.
National Rank (2025)
#410
All-Time Peak Rank
#177 (2002)
Total U.S. Births
44,308
Unisex Distribution0.4% Boy / 99.6% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Mckenna Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Mckenna
According to SSA data, Mckenna achieved its highest historical rank of #177 in 2002. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2002 with 1,795 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 41.9%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 45 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Mckenna scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Declining
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-41.9% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,795Births in 2002
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
45Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:0
1960s:0
1970s:29
1980s:519
1990s:8,416
2000s:16,351
2010s:13,221
2020s:5,772
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesMck-en-na
Letter Count7 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 54.1% of SSA names. Starts with M, a letter used by only 7.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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