Makiah
Makiah is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Who is like Yahweh? (A modern spelling variant of Micaiah).
Origin and history
Makiah is a modern phonetic spelling variation of names like Micaiah or Messiah, derived from Hebrew roots. It has gained usage in the United States as a contemporary alternative to classic biblical names. The name carries a modern, rhythmic sound while retaining ancient linguistic roots.
Popularity in the United States
2,238 babies in the United States have been named Makiah since 1880. It ranks #3717 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1933.
States where it is most popular
- OH (12.1 %)
- MI (10.2 %)
- TX (8 %)
- CA (7.8 %)
- IN (7.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 230 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,219 |
| 2010-2019 | 621 |
| 2020-2029 | 168 |
Nicknames
Kiah, Maki
Fun facts
- Makiah evolved as a contemporary U.S. phonetic variant of the traditional biblical name Micaiah.
- The name saw increased adoption in the United States starting in the late 1990s and early 2000s.