Makoto
boy name#7194 in 2025Makoto entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1952 in 1922, ranks #7194 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
#7194
rank today
#1952
peak (1922)
11
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3209 |
| 1920s | #2675 |
| 1930s | #3636 |
| 1960s | #4038 |
| 1970s | #5335 |
| 1980s | #5251 |
| 1990s | #6117 |
| 2000s | #8097 |
| 2010s | #7767 |
| 2020s | #8486 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Makoto are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Makoto alive today was born around 1995, making them about 30 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Makoto in 2025?
- Makoto ranks #7194 among US boy names in 2025, with 11 babies given the name.
- When was the name Makoto most popular?
- Makoto peaked in 1922, reaching #1952 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Makoto with classmates?
- Makoto will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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