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Makena
GirlMeaning of Makena: Kikuyu: 'happy one'
Makena is a girl's name most strongly associated with African naming. It has 6 letters and 3 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 2630th most popular girls' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#2630
63 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
6,652
First recorded 1984 · peak 2005
Trend
falling
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
1% boys · 99% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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