Makayla
boy nameMakayla entered the US charts in 1997, peaked at #3368 in 2004, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1997–2025
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rank today
#3368
peak (2004)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #6771 |
| 2000s | #7725 |
| 2010s | #8179 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Makayla are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Makayla alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Makayla most popular?
- Makayla peaked in 2004, reaching #3368 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Makayla with classmates?
- Makayla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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