Mekai Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmeh-KAI / /mɛˈkaɪ/Hawaiian; Hebrew
Meaning
Hawaiian: 'gift of God'; Hebrew: 'who is like God'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hawaiian culture, Mekai is often associated with blessings and gifts, reflecting the importance of family and community. In Hebrew tradition, the name emphasizes a connection to the divine, often used in religious contexts to express reverence.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Makai
- Mekay
International Variants
- Mika (Japanese)
- Mikael (Hebrew)
Famous people named Mekai
Mekai Curtis — actor.
Mekai McCarter — musician.
Fictional characters named Mekai
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mekai was first seen in the United States in 1999. Mekai has ranked as high as #1314 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and California. In the past 5 years the name Mekai has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mekai (2006)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MD | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 32 |
| 2005 | 36 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 28 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 26 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 22 |