Charlotte vs Makai

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
Nicknames
Kai

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Makai Rank #534

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #534 for Makai.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Makai ___

  • Makai James
  • Makai Cole
  • Makai Reef
  • Makai Blue
  • Makai Ray
  • Makai Stone

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Makai

Kai Koa Nalani Leilani Malia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Makai more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Makai at #534 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Makai mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Makai means "toward the sea, seaward" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Charlotte and Makai boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Makai is primarily a boy name.

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