Makya

Girl name

Makya has been given to 1,210 babies in the U.S. since 1997. It peaked in 2006.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,210

Peak year

2006 (106 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1997

10-year trend

▼ -50%

Gender split

92% girls / 8% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Makya — alternate spellings parents actually use.

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FAQ

How popular is the name Makya?

Makya has been given to 1,210 babies in the U.S. since 1997. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Makya peak?

Makya peaked in 2006, when 106 babies were given the name.

Is Makya a girl or boy name?

Makya is primarily a girl name (92% of babies named Makya are girls).

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