Makai vs Baylor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Makai

Boy #534 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"toward the sea, seaward"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#534
Total SSA Count
556
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Makai Rank #534
Baylor Rank #366

Baylor is more popular, ranked #366 vs #534 for Makai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Makai or Baylor more popular?

Baylor is more popular, ranked #366 compared to Makai at #534 in the United States.

What do Makai and Baylor mean?

Makai means "toward the sea, seaward" (Hawaiian origin). Baylor means "one who bails, deliverer" (Old French origin).

Are Makai and Baylor boy or girl names?

Makai is primarily a boy name. Baylor is primarily a boy name.

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