Makalo
boy nameMakalo entered the US charts in 2018, peaked at #12022 in 2020, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2018–2025
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rank today
#12022
peak (2020)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #12156 |
| 2020s | #12186 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Makalo are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Makalo is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Makalo in 2025?
- Makalo is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Makalo most popular?
- Makalo peaked in 2020, reaching #12022 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Makalo with classmates?
- Makalo will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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