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Makani
UnisexMeaning of Makani: Hawaiian: 'wind'
Makani is a unisex name most strongly associated with Hawaiian naming. It has 6 letters and 3 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 3963rd most popular name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#3963
26 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
516
First recorded 1996 · peak 2022
Trend
rising
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
72% boys · 28% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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