Makana Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-KAH-nah / /mɑːˈkɑːnə/Hawaiian
Meaning
gift; a gift from God
Historical & Cultural Background
Makana is a Hawaiian name that reflects the culture's deep connection to nature and spirituality. In Hawaiian tradition, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen to reflect familial values or blessings. The name is used primarily for boys and is part of a broader trend of using nature-inspired names in Hawaiian culture.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Makana was first seen in the United States in 1986. Makana has ranked as high as #1394 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Hawaii, California, and Nevada. In the past 5 years the name Makana has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Makana (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| HI | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 17 |