Makai vs Sam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Makai

Boy #534 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"toward the sea, seaward"

Origin: Hawaiian

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Boy #652 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"name of God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Makai Rank #534

Sam Rank #652

Makai is more popular, ranked #534 vs #652 for Sam.

Is Makai or Sam more popular?

Makai is more popular, ranked #534 compared to Sam at #652 in the United States.

What do Makai and Sam mean?

Makai means "toward the sea, seaward" (Hawaiian origin). Sam means "name of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Makai and Sam boy or girl names?

Makai is primarily a boy name. Sam is primarily a boy name.