How Many People Are Named Makaiya?
Complete statistics for the name Makaiya: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Makaiya is a very rare female name, with only 514 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 642,440 Americans. The majority of those named Makaiya are under 30, highlighting its status as a genuinely modern name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to the mysteries of life.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 16All 518 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2007Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Makaiya Through the Generations
Makaiya emerged in the late 20th century, peaking in popularity in 2007 with 44 births. Since then, its usage has declined, reflecting its status as a newer-generation name. With all 518 individuals named Makaiya being under 30, it's clear that this name is associated with contemporary trends and modern sensibilities.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Makaiya's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Makaiya
How Many People Have the Name Makaiya?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 514 people in the United States currently share the name Makaiya. That works out to roughly 1 in every 642,440 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Makaiya a Common or Rare Name?
Makaiya is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Makaiya Mean?
Makaiya means "creative variant of Ayla" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Makaiya in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Makaiya Most Popular?
The name Makaiya reached peak popularity in 2007, with 44 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Makaiya?
Approximately 514 people named Makaiya live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 518. That works out to roughly 1 in 642,440 Americans.
Is Makaiya a rare name?
Makaiya is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 642,440 Americans has this name.
What does the name Makaiya mean?
Makaiya means "creative variant of Ayla" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Makaiya more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Makaiya are male and 100% are female.
When was Makaiya most popular?
Makaiya peaked in 2007 with 44 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.