Mekai

Boy name

Mekai has been given to 563 babies in the U.S. since 1999. It peaked in 2005.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

563

Peak year

2005 (36 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1999

10-year trend

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

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

Mekhiboy

12,467 babies since 1995

Makaiboy

9,609 babies since 1989

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FAQ

How popular is the name Mekai?

Mekai has been given to 563 babies in the U.S. since 1999. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Mekai peak?

Mekai peaked in 2005, when 36 babies were given the name.

Is Mekai a girl or boy name?

Mekai is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Mekai are boys).

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