NAME PROFILE

Makay

Sky or heaven; a modern derivative signifying celestial peace. It describes a personality that is visionary and radiant, possessing a natural grace that brings an uplifting and peaceful energy to every room.

Key Stats

Total births77
GenderMale (6% / 94%)
Peak year1994
Peak generationMillennial
First recorded1994
Most recent1994
Syllables2
OriginAfrican-American, English
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

UT — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

Lanyia Whidbee (Collegiate Basketball Player for Elizabeth City State) · Lani Hall (Grammy-winning Vocalist and Author of 'Emotional Memoirs') · Lani Minella (Prolific Voice Actress for the 'Nancy Drew' video game series) · Lania Knight (Acclaimed Author of 'Three Cubans') · Nia Long (Award-winning Actress known for her role in 'The Best Man')

Nicknames & Diminutives

LaniNiaLala

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