Makaia
Girl nameMakaia has been given to 394 babies in the U.S. since 1997. It peaked in 2024. In 2025, about 1 in 89,293 girls was named Makaia.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
394
Peak year
2024 (33 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1997
10-year trend
▲ +20%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Makaia — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Makaia.
Sibling name ideas for Makaia
Same era and popularity as Makaia, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Makaia?
Makaia has been given to 394 babies in the U.S. since 1997. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Makaia peak?
Makaia peaked in 2024, when 33 babies were given the name.
Is Makaia a girl or boy name?
Makaia is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Makaia are girls).
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