Makena: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Means the happy one, a name born of joy and laughter.
Makena as a Girl Name
- Origin
- Kikuyu
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #1709
- Peak
- #719 in 2005
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Makena Means
Makena is a girl name of Kikuyu origin. Means the happy one, a name born of joy and laughter.
How Popular Makena Is
Makena currently ranks #1709 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #719 in 2005. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Makena
- At its most popular, Makena reached #719 in the U.S. in 2005.
- Makena is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- It has a wonderfully whimsical, fairy-tale quality.
Makena as a Boy Name
- Origin
- Swahili
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #13521
- Peak
- #4190 in 1995
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Makena Means
Makena is a boy name of Swahili origin. Happy one, a name of infectious joy and bright laughter.
How Popular Makena Is
Makena currently ranks #13521 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #4190 in 1995. It is rising.
Good to Know About Makena
- Makena has been gaining popularity in recent years.
- Makena is a name with Swahili East African origins.
- It's recognized and loved across many cultures worldwide.
Makena as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- Kikuyu
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #13521
- Peak
- #4190 in 1995
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Makena Means
Makena is a unisex name of Kikuyu origin. A happy and contented soul.
How Popular Makena Is
Makena currently ranks #13521 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #4190 in 1995. It is rising.
Good to Know About Makena
- Makena has been gaining popularity in recent years.
- It has a wonderfully whimsical, fairy-tale quality.
Names Like Makena
Other Kikuyu names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Questions About Makena
What does Makena mean?
Makena is a girl name of Kikuyu origin. Means the happy one, a name born of joy and laughter.
How popular is Makena?
Makena currently ranks #1709 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #719 in 2005. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Makena come from?
Makena comes from Kikuyu roots. At its most popular, Makena reached #719 in the U.S. in 2005.
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