Makay
Makay is a boy baby name. Ranked #31,428 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
Makay first appeared in US Social Security records in 1994.
Over 35 babies have been named Makay in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Makay is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #31,428 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #31,428
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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Makay is also used as a girl name, ranked #51713.
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About the Name Makay
Makay is a boy name .
Is Makay a boy or girl name? Makay is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #31,428 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #51,713. Makay is more commonly used as a boy name.
Makay is currently ranked #31,428 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Makay include Mak, May, and Makie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Makay 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