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Mackenzie vs Jed

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jed

Boy #1,993 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"friend of Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,993
Total SSA Count
78
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mackenzie Rank #1,867
Jed Rank #1,993

Mackenzie is more popular, ranked #1867 vs #1993 for Jed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mackenzie or Jed more popular?

Mackenzie is more popular, ranked #1867 compared to Jed at #1993 in the United States.

What do Mackenzie and Jed mean?

Mackenzie means "son of Kenneth / son of Coinneach" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Jed means "friend of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mackenzie and Jed boy or girl names?

Mackenzie is primarily a boy name. Jed is primarily a boy name.

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