Mekai

“who is like God?” — Associated with Polynesian influences

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3955US 2023

28Births / yr

↑Rising

445All-time births

📅 Since 199900

What does Mekai mean and where does it come from?

Mekai is a variant of the name Micah, which has biblical roots originating from Hebrew מִיכָיָה (Mikhayah). The name is popular in Hawaii, influenced by Hawaiian naming traditions. Mekai has gained contemporary popularity and can sometimes be associated with Polynesian influences.

Cultural significance

Mekai has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of who is like god?.

Peak popularity

Reached #2955 in 2005 — currently #3955 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Mekai?

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

Mekai Grace

How popular is Mekai right now?

Rising fast — up 99 spots — currently #3955 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#3955 · Top 2.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3955	28	▲ up 99 · +4% births
2022	#4054	27	▲ up 132 · +8% births
2021	#4186	25	▲ up 2265 · +92% births
2020	#6451	13	▲ up 479 · +8% births
2015	#6930	12	▼ down 2282 · -43% births
2010	#4648	21	▼ down 1693 · -42% births
2005	#2955	36	▲ up 6060 · +414% births
2000	#9015	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Mekai

Best Year2005Rank #2955

Peak Count36

Average Rank#5274

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Mekai

Mekai is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1999. With 445 total births recorded, Mekai remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9015 in 2000 to #3955 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Mekai in 2005:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

Mekai by decade

Mekai peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	6
2000s ★	230
2010s	196
2020s	13

💎Mekai has only 445 total recorded births since 1999 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Mekai?

Common

MekMekieMeky

What names sound and feel like Mekai?

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

Mehkai

American · gift of God

Jekai

American · Referring to 'victory,'

Mekhi

American · American

Mekhai

Ukraine · Who is like

Common questions about the name Mekai

What does the name Mekai mean?

Mekai means "who is like God?" — a name rooted in American 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 Mekai?

Mekai is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Mekai?

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

Is Mekai a common or rare name?

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

What are good nicknames for Mekai?

Mekai naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.