Makena Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-KAY-nah / məˈkeɪnəHawaiian
Meaning
abundance; happiness
Historical & Cultural Background
Makena is a name of Hawaiian origin, often associated with positive attributes such as abundance and happiness. In Hawaiian culture, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen to reflect the values and hopes of the family. The name is also linked to a popular beach on the island of Maui, which adds to its cultural significance.
Trend Summary
Makena has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Makenna
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Makena was first seen in the United States in 1984. Makena has ranked as high as #975 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in California, Washington, Texas, Ohio, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Makena has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Makena (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 18 | |
| WA | 8 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 42 |
| 1993 | 37 |
| 1994 | 60 |
| 1995 | 68 |
| 1996 | 85 |
| 1997 | 123 |
| 1998 | 140 |
| 1999 | 165 |
| 2000 | 201 |
| 2001 | 197 |
| 2002 | 306 |
| 2003 | 298 |
| 2004 | 297 |
| 2005 | 381 |
| 2006 | 341 |
| 2007 | 303 |
| 2008 | 323 |
| 2009 | 281 |
| 2010 | 294 |
| 2011 | 236 |
| 2012 | 255 |
| 2013 | 252 |
| 2014 | 201 |
| 2015 | 226 |
| 2016 | 224 |
| 2017 | 207 |
| 2018 | 178 |
| 2019 | 150 |
| 2020 | 119 |
| 2021 | 115 |
| 2022 | 108 |
| 2023 | 115 |
| 2024 | 95 |