Makayla
girl name#566 in 2025Makayla entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #37 in 2008, ranks #566 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1971–2025
#566
rank today
#37
peak (2008)
530
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #6087 |
| 1980s | #2539 |
| 1990s | #318 |
| 2000s | #49 |
| 2010s | #139 |
| 2020s | #438 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Makayla has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 107,000 people named Makayla are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Makayla alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Makayla in 2025?
- Makayla ranks #566 among US girl names in 2025, with 530 babies given the name.
- When was the name Makayla most popular?
- Makayla peaked in 2008, reaching #37 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Makayla with classmates?
- Makayla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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