Declining since 2005, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Maki since 1970
Babies named Maki per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 49 | 0 |
| 1980s | 18 | 0 |
| 1990s | 46 | 21 |
| 2000s | 44 | 259 |
| 2010s | 30 | 187 |
| 2020s | 24 | 52 |
Meaning & origin
Maki is a rare name in the United States, first appearing on the Social Security Administration's records in 1995. It reached its highest rank of 8,243 in 2006, with the peak year being 2006 itself, indicating a short-lived spike in popularity. Since 2005, its usage has been on a declining trajectory. With an estimated 1 in 189,786 newborns receiving the name in the latest year, Maki remains an uncommon choice. Its origin is ambiguous, possibly rooted in Japanese kanji or a Greek liturgical name. The name's rarity and multicultural cachet make it a distinctive option for parents seeking something unique.
Maki has multiple potential origins. In Japanese, it can be written with various kanji combinations, such as 真樹 meaning 'truth and tree' or 麻貴 'hemp and noble.' It may also be a short form of names like Makoto. Alternatively, it could derive from the Greek name Makarios, meaning 'blessed,' which spread via early Christian usage. The name entered U.S. records in 1995, likely influenced by Japanese culture.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mak
Variants: Macki, Mackie
Sibling names for Maki
Names that share Maki's style, for a brother or sister.
