Declining since 2007, #2,957 for girls today.
Popularity of Makiyah since 1994
Babies named Makiyah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 115 |
| 2000s | 1,515 |
| 2010s | 1,461 |
| 2020s | 452 |
Meaning & origin
Makiyah is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1994, a time when many creatively spelled names ending in '-iyah' were gaining popularity. Its peak year was 2008, when it reached rank 2,957, and it has been gradually declining in use since 2007. The name is most commonly found in North Carolina and Georgia, reflecting a regional preference for this style of name. While its exact meaning is unclear, Makiyah fits a pattern of names like Makayla and Aaliyah that became fashionable in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Today, about 1 in every 28,701 girls receives the name, indicating it remains a rare but recognized choice.
Makiyah appears to be a modern American coinage, likely formed by combining the popular prefix 'Ma-' with the suffix '-kiyah', similar to variations of Makayla or Nakiyah. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1994 and gained modest use in the 2000s, particularly in Southern states. The name's spelling and sound pattern align with other creative adaptations that emerged during the late 20th century.
Where Makiyah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Maki, Kiya, Mak
Sibling names for Makiyah
Names that share Makiyah's style, for a brother or sister.
