Mahkai
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Toward the sea, seaward
Origin: Hawaiian
Popularity: Ranked #3626 in 2025 with 31 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Makai. Shares the meaning 'Toward the sea, seaward.'
Similar names: maha, mahki, makai, mackay, mahad, mahadi, mahala, maham
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Mahkai? About 1 in 107,371 babies born in 2025 were named Mahkai, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Mahkai
What does the name Mahkai mean?
Mahkai means “Toward the sea, seaward” from Hawaiian roots.
What is the origin of the name Mahkai?
Mahkai has Hawaiian origin. The traditional meaning is “Toward the sea, seaward”.
How popular is Mahkai?
Mahkai ranked #3583 in 2025 — given to 31 babies that year.
When was Mahkai most popular?
Mahkai peaked in 2025 with 31 babies registered that year.
Is Mahkai a boy or girl name?
Mahkai is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Mahkais in registered births are male.
Is the name Mahkai rising or falling in popularity?
Mahkai has risen 784 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #4367 in 2020 to #3583 in 2025.
How long has Mahkai been recorded?
Mahkai appears in birth records across 24 years — from 2001 through 2025.