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Makani

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Pronounced mah-KAH-nee /mɑˈkɑ.ni/Medium

Meaning: From the Hawaiian makani, 'the wind; a breeze'; used for both sexesLow

In 30 seconds: The wind: Makani is Hawaiian. Lyrical, modern, and warm (said 'mah-KAH-nee'). Used for both sexes.

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Origin LowHawaiian

MeaningFrom the Hawaiian makani, 'the wind; a breeze'; used for both sexes

U.S. rank (2025)#9245 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births11 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 145

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Makani comes from the Hawaiian makani, 'the wind; a breeze'; used for both sexes (we note this). A lyrical, modern name (here for a girl; slug distinguished; said 'mah-KAH-nee').

In the U.S. it appears in Hawaiian families. Rare, the-wind at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Makani means 'the wind; a breeze' in Hawaiian — a lyrical, modern name, used for both sexes (said 'mah-KAH-nee').

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Makani — Hawaiian; unisex

Variations

MakanieMakany

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Makani mean?

Makani is Hawaiian for 'the wind; a breeze'; used for both sexes; here for a girl.

How do you pronounce Makani?

It's said mah-KAH-nee /mɑˈkɑ.ni/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Makani a boy or girl name?

Makani is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Makani?

Makani is a very rare name in the U.S.