Makai vs Danny

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
Danny Rank #642

Makai is more popular, ranked #534 vs #642 for Danny.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Makai or Danny more popular?

Makai is more popular, ranked #534 compared to Danny at #642 in the United States.

What do Makai and Danny mean?

Makai means "toward the sea, seaward" (Hawaiian origin). Danny means "God is my judge" (Hebrew (Daniyel) origin).

Are Makai and Danny boy or girl names?

Makai is primarily a boy name. Danny is primarily a boy name.

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