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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: mah-KEH-dah /mɑːˈkɛdə/
Origin: Amharic; Ethiopian
Meaning: Queen of Sheba (Amharic: 'the one who is great')
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Makeda is believed to have its roots in the ancient Ethiopian language of Ge'ez, where it is thought to mean "greatness" or "the one who is great." This name is often associated with the legendary Queen of Sheba, known in the Hebrew Bible as the monarch who visited King Solomon in Jerusalem, as recounted in the Book of Kings and the Book of Chronicles. The narrative, which dates back to the 10th century BCE, has been a significant part of Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions, contributing to the enduring legacy of the name.
In the context of Ethiopian history, Makeda is often regarded as the queen's name, and her story has been immortalized in various texts, including the Kebra Nagast, a 14th-century Ethiopian epic that recounts the origins of the Solomonic dynasty. This work, which translates to "The Glory of Kings," emphasizes the queen's journey to Solomon and her subsequent role in the lineage of Ethiopian emperors, thereby solidifying the cultural significance of the name Makeda in Ethiopian heritage.
The name has also been embraced in various forms across different cultures, reflecting its historical resonance. In addition to its royal associations, Makeda symbolizes wisdom, strength, and leadership, qualities often attributed to the legendary queen.
The name has been celebrated in literature and art, further embedding it in the cultural consciousness of those familiar with the story of the Queen of Sheba. As such, Makeda stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of Ethiopian history and its connections to broader narratives in world literature.
Famous people named Makeda
In this section, you will find notable people named Makeda. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Makeda who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Makeda is a singer best known for her work in the R&B genre and her singles like 'My Love' and 'The One'.
Makeda is a model and actress known for her roles in various fashion campaigns and television series.
Fictional characters named Makeda
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Makeda is a fictional character from the novel The Queen of Sheba. She is the legendary queen known for her wisdom and her visit to King Solomon.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Makeda was first seen in the United States in 1968.
Makeda has ranked as high as #1059 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, California, Pennsylvania, and Georgia.
In the past 5 years the name Makeda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Makeda is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Makeda was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Makeda (2017)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 | |
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Makeda.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 21 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2019 | 33 |
| 2018 | 35 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2006 | 31 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2004 | 37 |
| 2003 | 33 |
| 2002 | 38 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2000 | 40 |
| 1999 | 38 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1997 | 45 |
| 1996 | 40 |
| 1995 | 50 |
| 1994 | 37 |
| 1993 | 39 |
| 1992 | 51 |
| 1991 | 44 |
| 1990 | 55 |
| 1989 | 40 |
| 1988 | 41 |
| 1987 | 42 |
| 1986 | 38 |
| 1985 | 85 |
| 1984 | 35 |
| 1983 | 38 |
| 1982 | 30 |
| 1981 | 28 |
| 1980 | 30 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1978 | 26 |
| 1977 | 24 |
| 1976 | 35 |
| 1975 | 19 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1968 | 5 |