Terry vs Makoa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Terry

Boy #1,187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"power of the tribe"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,187
Total SSA Count
174
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Makoa

Boy #1,118 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"the koa (warrior tree)"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Pacific Islander American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,118
Total SSA Count
191
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Terry Rank #1,187
Makoa Rank #1,118

Makoa is more popular, ranked #1118 vs #1187 for Terry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terry or Makoa more popular?

Makoa is more popular, ranked #1118 compared to Terry at #1187 in the United States.

What do Terry and Makoa mean?

Terry means "power of the tribe" (Germanic origin). Makoa means "the koa (warrior tree)" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Terry and Makoa boy or girl names?

Terry is primarily a boy name. Makoa is primarily a boy name.

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