Makai vs Raylan

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
Raylan Rank #717

Makai is more popular, ranked #534 vs #717 for Raylan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Makai or Raylan more popular?

Makai is more popular, ranked #534 compared to Raylan at #717 in the United States.

What do Makai and Raylan mean?

Makai means "toward the sea, seaward" (Hawaiian origin). Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin).

Are Makai and Raylan boy or girl names?

Makai is primarily a boy name. Raylan is primarily a boy name.

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