Makala
Makala is a boy baby name. Ranked #28,115 in the US, popular nicknames include Mak, May, and Makie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Makala first appeared in US Social Security records in 2004.
Over 5 babies have been named Makala in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Makala is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,115 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,115
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Makala is also used as a girl name, ranked #62029.
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About the Name Makala
Makala is a boy name .
Is Makala a boy or girl name? Makala is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #28,115 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #62,029. Makala is more commonly used as a boy name.
Makala is currently ranked #28,115 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Makala include Mak, May, Makie, and Makaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Makala include Makai, Makari, Makaio, Makar, Makani . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis