Makani Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-KAH-nee / /məˈkɑːni/Hawaiian; Japanese
Meaning
the wind; to be a child
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hawaiian culture, 'Makani' translates to 'the wind,' reflecting the significance of nature and the elements in Hawaiian life. In Japanese, it can mean 'to be a child,' emphasizing familial connections and the innocence of youth.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Makani was first seen in the United States in 1996. Makani has ranked as high as #1366 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Hawaii, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Makani has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Makani (2023)
State | Births | Share |
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FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1996 | 9 |
2000 | 8 |
2001 | 6 |
2002 | 8 |
2003 | 12 |
2004 | 8 |
2005 | 17 |
2006 | 22 |
2007 | 15 |
2008 | 14 |
2009 | 13 |
2010 | 17 |
2011 | 9 |
2012 | 12 |
2013 | 10 |
2014 | 12 |
2015 | 14 |
2016 | 10 |
2017 | 10 |
2018 | 14 |
2019 | 11 |
2020 | 13 |
2021 | 19 |
2022 | 27 |
2023 | 24 |
2024 | 21 |