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Makhi

mah-KYE · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern coinage combining sounds from names like Michael or Malik, or an invented name

2025 rank (boys)
#1,778
Babies named in 2025
90
Peak popularity
2012
2025 frequency
1 in 18,979 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2012

Declining since 2012, #1,778 for boys today.

Popularity of Makhi since 1996

Babies named Makhi per year in U.S. Social Security records.

81162243200020102020Most births 2012Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1990s81
2000s1,383
2010s2,019
2020s648

Meaning & origin

Makhi is a modern American name that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security Administration's baby name list in 1996. It reached its peak rank of #1,778 in 2012, when about 1 in 19,000 boys received the name. Since 2012, its popularity has been steadily declining. The name is most common in Mississippi, Louisiana, and Alabama, reflecting a regional preference in the southern United States. Its etymology is uncertain, but it is likely an invented name, crafted from trendy sounds and popular name elements. Makhi exemplifies the modern trend of creating unique, phonetically appealing names for boys.

Makhi first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1996. It likely originated as a modern invented name, blending phonetic elements from popular names such as Michael or Malik. The name saw a rise in use during the early 2000s, peaking in 2012. It is predominantly given to boys.

Where Makhi is most popular

Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

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Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Mak, Mack

Sibling names for Makhi

Names that share Makhi's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Makhi mean?
The meaning of Makhi is uncertain. It is believed to be a modern invented name, possibly derived from sounds in names like Michael or Malik.
How popular is the name Makhi?
As of 2025, Makhi ranked #1,778 among U.S. boys' names, with about 1 in 19,000 boys given the name. Its peak popularity was in 2012, and its use has been declining since then.
Is Makhi a boy or girl name?
Makhi is almost exclusively used as a boy's name.