Makensi is of African American origin, derived from the given name Kenneth and its variant Kevin. It means "favorable strength" or "graced with fairness," reflecting a positive attribute or quality. This name gained popularity in the late 20th century and has since been used as both a male and female given name. Makensi is often spelled with an 's' at the end, unlike its variants Kenneth and Kevin, giving it a unique touch. It can be paired with various middle and last names, offering parents plenty of options when choosing a full name for their child.
"From 1998 to 2016, the name Makensi saw its most popular years between 2004 and 2008 with ten or more births each year. However, it experienced a significant decline afterwards, with only six births in 2016."