Makiyah
Makiyah is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invented name, likely inspired by Makayla and Maliah.
Origin and history
Makiyah is a modern American name that arose as a variant of names like Makayla and Maliah, blending popular modern sound elements. It has seen steady use in the United States since the late 1990s and early 2000s. The name offers a contemporary, rhythmic feel for parents seeking a modern feminine name.
Popularity in the United States
3,543 babies in the United States have been named Makiyah since 1880. It ranks #2974 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1649.
States where it is most popular
- GA (12.5 %)
- NC (8.9 %)
- IL (7.9 %)
- TX (7.9 %)
- FL (7.7 %)
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 | 115 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,515 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,461 |
| 2020-2029 | 452 |
Nicknames
Kiyah, Kiki, Maki
Fun facts
- Makiyah entered American naming records primarily in the late 1990s as part of a trend of names ending in -iah.
- The name combines elements of popular names such as Makayla, Mariah, and Keiya.