Makai Unisex
Origin(s)
Hawaiian; Hebrew
Meaning
Hawaiian: the sea; Hebrew: who is like God?
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hawaiian culture, Makai means 'toward the sea,' reflecting the importance of the ocean in Hawaiian life. In Hebrew tradition, the name is often interpreted as a rhetorical question about the nature of God, emphasizing reverence.
Trend Summary
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Variants
- Makaii
- Makaï
International Variants
- Makai (Hawaiian)
- Makai (Hebrew)
Famous people named Makai
Makai Pugh — actor
Makai Smith — musician
Fictional characters named Makai
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Makai was first seen in the United States in 1989. Makai has ranked as high as #806 nationally which occurred in 2023 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Georgia, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Makai has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Makai (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 54 | |
| TX | 50 | |
| FL | 46 | |
| GA | 46 | |
| NY | 34 | |
| NC | 30 | |
| VA | 22 | |
| IL | 20 | |
| MI | 20 | |
| PA | 15 | |
| AL | 13 | |
| MD | 13 | |
| IN | 11 | |
| TN | 11 | |
| OH | 11 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 37 |
| 1999 | 49 |
| 2000 | 52 |
| 2001 | 72 |
| 2002 | 122 |
| 2003 | 128 |
| 2004 | 143 |
| 2005 | 230 |
| 2006 | 232 |
| 2007 | 233 |
| 2008 | 234 |
| 2009 | 361 |
| 2010 | 341 |
| 2011 | 356 |
| 2012 | 348 |
| 2013 | 347 |
| 2014 | 341 |
| 2015 | 371 |
| 2016 | 422 |
| 2017 | 410 |
| 2018 | 484 |
| 2019 | 499 |
| 2020 | 518 |
| 2021 | 534 |
| 2022 | 572 |
| 2023 | 611 |
| 2024 | 556 |