Mackenzie vs Raven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raven

Girl #388 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the raven, large black crow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Norse-inspired Native American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#388
Total SSA Count
813
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Raye, Rae

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Mackenzie Rank #200
Raven Rank #388

Mackenzie is more popular, ranked #200 vs #388 for Raven.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mackenzie ___

  • Mackenzie Grace
  • Mackenzie Mae
  • Mackenzie Elizabeth
  • Mackenzie Rose
  • Mackenzie Brooke
  • Mackenzie Lee

Raven ___

  • Raven Grace
  • Raven Skye
  • Raven Belle
  • Raven Marie
  • Raven Elise
  • Raven Brooke

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mackenzie or Raven more popular?

Mackenzie is more popular, ranked #200 compared to Raven at #388 in the United States.

What do Mackenzie and Raven mean?

Mackenzie means "son of Kenneth" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Raven means "the raven, large black crow" (Old English origin).

Are Mackenzie and Raven boy or girl names?

Mackenzie is primarily a girl name. Raven is primarily a girl name.

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