The name McKynlee is of American origin, blending elements from both Scottish and Irish roots. The 'Mc' prefix denotes 'son of', while 'Kynlee' appears to be a unique combination of two names: Kynnedy, which has Irish origins meaning 'enduring', and Lee, which is often associated with the Chinese name Liang or the English surname. Thus, McKynlee could be interpreted as 'son of enduring strength'. This name gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th to early 21st centuries, likely due to its modern sound and blend of cultural influences. It is often spelled with a variety of capitalizations, such as McKynlee, Mckynlee, or mckynlee, reflecting its recent coinage and lack of established convention.
The name Mckynlee experienced a significant surge in popularity between 2008 and 2014, peaking at 60 births in 2013 before gradually declining to 13 births in 2023. The total number of births with this name over the given period is 609.