Makai vs Donovan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Makai

Boy #534 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"toward the sea, seaward"

Origin: Hawaiian

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

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Boy #505 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"dark warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish American Scottish

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Makai Rank #534

Donovan Rank #505

Donovan is more popular, ranked #505 vs #534 for Makai.

Is Makai or Donovan more popular?

Donovan is more popular, ranked #505 compared to Makai at #534 in the United States.

What do Makai and Donovan mean?

Makai means "toward the sea, seaward" (Hawaiian origin). Donovan means "dark warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Makai and Donovan boy or girl names?

Makai is primarily a boy name. Donovan is primarily a boy name.