Makai
Makai: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Makai
- A male given name.
How popular is Makai?
Since 1880, 311 girls and 9,298 boys in the U.S. have been named Makai (3% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5711 in 2005. Its highest rank for boys was #481 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #481 for boys, with 626 babies given the name.
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Makai FAQ
What does the name Makai mean?
A male given name.
How popular is the name Makai?
Since 1880, 311 girls and 9,298 boys in the U.S. have been named Makai (3% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5711 in 2005. Its highest rank for boys was #481 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #481 for boys, with 626 babies given the name.
Is Makai a boy or girl name?
Makai is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 311 girls and 9,298 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.