Melakai Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmeh-lah-kai / mɛləˈkaɪHawaiian; Hebrew
Meaning
Hawaiian: 'gift of God'; Hebrew: 'king'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Melakai has roots in both Hawaiian and Hebrew cultures. In Hawaiian, it is often associated with positive connotations of gifts and blessings. The Hebrew interpretation connects it to royalty and leadership. This dual heritage makes it appealing in diverse cultural contexts. It is relatively modern in usage, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Melakai has seen a rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Malakai
International Variants
- Malachai (English)
- Malakai (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Melakai was first seen in the United States in 2001. Melakai has ranked as high as #1371 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Melakai has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Melakai
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |