Makiya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Makiya originates from Japanese, meaning 'weaver' or 'roller'. It evolved from modern Japanese with historical variants like Maki and related forms such as Makiko. Makiya is characterized by its creative connotation and has no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is currently perceived positively in modern society.
The name Makiya is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Makiya has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Makiya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19137th out of 24088 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1469th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3048th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Makiya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Makiya"
Pronunciation
/məˈkiːjə/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Makiya is derived from the Japanese words 'maki' meaning 'to roll' or 'to weave' and 'ya' which is a common suffix in Japanese names. It can also be associated with specific meanings depending on the kanji characters used.
Meaning
Weaver or roller
Language Evolution
Makiya (modern Japanese), Maki (historical variant), Makiko (related form)
Historical Usage
Makiya gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially among Japanese-speaking communities and has been embraced in various cultures as a unique name.
Variants & Derivatives
Maki, Makiko, Makiya
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Makiya is viewed as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality. It has a positive image in contemporary society.
Famous People
Makiya Johnson (fictional representation), Makiya Takahashi (notable figure in Japanese culture)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Makiya"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Makiya"
"Makiya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 19137th of 24088 | 14 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10321st of 27321 | 90 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1469th of 35406 | 2,277 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3048th of 30306 | 650 |
Regional Popularity of "Makiya" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Makiya" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
83.23% 3067th/3685 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.45% 1166th/4582 |
50.74% 2620th/5164 |
14.34% 1049th/7313 |
58.72% 4382nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
64.73% 2579th/3984 |
94.54% 4242nd/4487 |
41.60% 2838th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Makiya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Makiya" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.