Makoa

“The brave one.” — Associated with Hawaiian culture

Hawaii origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1435US 2023

127Births / yr

↓Falling

745All-time births

📅 Since 199200

What does Makoa mean and where does it come from?

Makoa is a Hawaiian name that has seen some popularity both in Hawaii and on the mainland United States. It reflects traits of bravery and courage, fitting the values often associated with Hawaiian culture. The name's popularity has risen in the 21st century as more parents seek unique and culturall

Cultural significance

Makoa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hawaii-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the brave one..

Peak popularity

Reached #2114 in 2020 — currently #1435 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Makoa?

Makoa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Makoa Grace

How popular is Makoa right now?

Falling — down 109 spots — currently #1435 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#1435 · Top 1.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1435	127	▼ down 109 · -11% births
2022	#1326	142	▲ up 554 · +73% births
2021	#1880	82	▲ up 234 · +24% births
2020	#2114	66	▲ up 952 · +74% births
2015	#3066	38	▲ up 799 · +41% births
2010	#3865	27	▼ down 74 · +8% births
2005	#3791	25	▲ up 1463 · +79% births
2000	#5254	14	▲ up 2404 · +100% births
1995	#7658	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Makoa

Best Year2022Rank #1326

Peak Count142

Average Rank#3377

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Makoa

Makoa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1992. With 745 total births recorded, Makoa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7658 in 1995 to #1435 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Makoa in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

Makoa by decade

Makoa peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	74
2000s	263
2010s ★	342
2020s	66

💎Makoa has only 745 total recorded births since 1992 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Makoa?

Common

MakMakieMaky

What names sound and feel like Makoa?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Makoa also consider these

Nakoa

Hawaii · warrior

Manoa

Hawaii · deep and dark

American · Native American

Common questions about the name Makoa

What does the name Makoa mean?

Makoa means "The brave one." — a name rooted in Hawaii tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Makoa?

Makoa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Makoa have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Makoa?

Makoa originates from Hawaii tradition. Hawaii names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Makoa trending right now?

Makoa is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Makoa a common or rare name?

Makoa is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.