Makai vs Killian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Makai

Boy #534 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"toward the sea, seaward"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #370 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"associated with the church"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Makai Rank #534

Killian Rank #370

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 vs #534 for Makai.

Is Makai or Killian more popular?

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 compared to Makai at #534 in the United States.

What do Makai and Killian mean?

Makai means "toward the sea, seaward" (Hawaiian origin). Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Makai and Killian boy or girl names?

Makai is primarily a boy name. Killian is primarily a boy name.