Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Makai.
National Rank (2025)
#481
All-Time Peak Rank
#481 (2025)
Total U.S. Births
9,298
Unisex Distribution96.8% Boy / 3.2% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Male
💡 The Makai Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Makai
According to SSA data, Makai achieved its highest historical rank of #481 in 2025. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 626 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 68.7%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 31 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Makai scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+68.7% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record626Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
31Years
Historical VolatilityModerately Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:0
1960s:0
1970s:0
1980s:5
1990s:145
2000s:1,807
2010s:3,921
2020s:3,420
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesMa-kai
Letter Count5 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 7.7% of SSA names. Starts with M, a letter used by only 7.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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