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Makoa
BoyMeaning of Makoa: Hawaiian: 'fearless or courageous'
Makoa is a boy's name most strongly associated with Hawaiian naming. It has 5 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 1094th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#1094
198 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
—
Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
1,487
First recorded 1992 · peak 2025
Trend
rising
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
100% boys · 0% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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