Boy nameCurrently #535 in the USRising
Makai
2 syllablesPeak year: 20235 lettersStarts with M
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Makai's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Makai's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Makai |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 37 |
| 1999 | 57 |
| 2000 | 59 |
| 2001 | 81 |
| 2002 | 132 |
| 2003 | 143 |
| 2004 | 160 |
| 2005 | 252 |
| 2006 | 245 |
| 2007 | 242 |
| 2008 | 242 |
| 2009 | 366 |
| 2010 | 356 |
| 2011 | 378 |
| 2012 | 360 |
| 2013 | 357 |
| 2014 | 355 |
| 2015 | 383 |
| 2016 | 436 |
| 2017 | 420 |
| 2018 | 499 |
| 2019 | 506 |
| 2020 | 538 |
| 2021 | 543 |
| 2022 | 582 |
| 2023 | 622 |
| 2024 | 556 |
Makai through the decades
- Makai peaked in 2023, when 622 babies were named Makai in the US.
- Over the last 10 years of data (2015–2024), use of Makai has risen 61% compared to the 10 years before that.
- Makai currently ranks #535 in the US and is on the rise.