Devan vs Makani

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Makani

Boy #4,862 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"the wind"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Polynesian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,862
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mak, Kani

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Popularity Comparison

Devan Rank #2,528
Makani Rank #4,862

Devan is more popular, ranked #2528 vs #4862 for Makani.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Devan ___

  • Devan James
  • Devan Michael
  • Devan Lee
  • Devan Patrick
  • Devan Cole
  • Devan Ray

Makani ___

  • Makani Kai
  • Makani James
  • Makani Lee
  • Makani Cruz
  • Makani Ridge
  • Makani Blue

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Devan

Kieran Sienna Aisling Finn Niamh

If you choose Makani

Kai Lani Koa Nalu Malia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devan or Makani more popular?

Devan is more popular, ranked #2528 compared to Makani at #4862 in the United States.

What do Devan and Makani mean?

Devan means "little deer (Irish)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Makani means "the wind" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Devan and Makani boy or girl names?

Devan is primarily a boy name. Makani is primarily a boy name.

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