How Many People Are Named Makoa?
Complete statistics for the name Makoa: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Makoa, a name that evokes a sense of adventure and strength, is incredibly rare with only 1,275 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 258,772 Americans. The majority, 97%, are under 30, highlighting its status as a genuinely modern name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 represents freedom, versatility, and adaptability.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 10All 1,288 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: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Makoa Through the Generations
Makoa has seen a steady rise in popularity, peaking in 2024 with 191 births, marking a significant increase from previous years. With an average age of 10, the name is predominantly used by younger generations, with 1,253 individuals under 30 and only 35 aged between 30 and 60. This trend suggests that Makoa is becoming increasingly popular among new parents, likely due to its unique and strong sound.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Makoa's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Makoa
How Many People Have the Name Makoa?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,275 people in the United States currently share the name Makoa. That works out to roughly 1 in every 258,772 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Makoa a Common or Rare Name?
Makoa 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 Makoa Mean?
Makoa means "creative variant of Ayla" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Makoa in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Makoa Most Popular?
The name Makoa reached peak popularity in 2024, with 191 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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 Makoa?
Approximately 1,275 people named Makoa live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,288. That works out to roughly 1 in 258,772 Americans.
Is Makoa a rare name?
Makoa is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 258,772 Americans has this name.
What does the name Makoa mean?
Makoa means "creative variant of Ayla" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Makoa more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Makoa are male and 0% are female.
When was Makoa most popular?
Makoa peaked in 2024 with 191 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.