Makai vs Kade

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
Kade Rank #346

Kade is more popular, ranked #346 vs #534 for Makai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Makai or Kade more popular?

Kade is more popular, ranked #346 compared to Makai at #534 in the United States.

What do Makai and Kade mean?

Makai means "toward the sea, seaward" (Hawaiian origin). Kade means "round, barrel-maker" (Old English origin).

Are Makai and Kade boy or girl names?

Makai is primarily a boy name. Kade is primarily a boy name.

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