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Summary

Makai is a name of Hawaiian origin meaning 'toward the sea.' It has evolved from modern Hawaiian and has historical ties to Old Hawaiian. The name is often associated with nature and the ocean, reflecting the traits of beauty and tranquility. There is no biblical relevance to this name. It has gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in Hawaii, and is viewed positively in modern contexts.

The name Makai is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Makai has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Makai' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9016th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 964th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 591st out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9257th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9333rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Makai' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.