Makani vs Torrey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Torrey

Boy #4,844 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the rocky peaks"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,844
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Tor

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Makani Rank #4,862
Torrey Rank #4,844

Torrey is more popular, ranked #4844 vs #4862 for Makani.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Makani ___

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

Torrey ___

  • Torrey James
  • Torrey Lee
  • Torrey Michael
  • Torrey Cole
  • Torrey Wayne
  • Torrey Scott

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Makani

Kai Lani Koa Nalu Malia

If you choose Torrey

Corey Rory Brennan Cassidy Avery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Makani or Torrey more popular?

Torrey is more popular, ranked #4844 compared to Makani at #4862 in the United States.

What do Makani and Torrey mean?

Makani means "the wind" (Hawaiian origin). Torrey means "from the rocky peaks" (Old Norse origin).

Are Makani and Torrey boy or girl names?

Makani is primarily a boy name. Torrey is primarily a boy name.

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