Makani
Meaning
"the wind"
Origin: Hawaiian
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #4,862
- Total SSA Count
- 21
- Syllables
- 3
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Mak, Kani
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"the wind"
Origin: Hawaiian
"divine gift"
Origin: Greek
Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4862 for Makani.
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Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Makani at #4862 in the United States.
Makani means "the wind" (Hawaiian origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).
Makani is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.