Makoa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Makoa is a Hawaiian name meaning 'brave' or 'fearless'. It has its origins in the Hawaiian language and has evolved from its original form. The name is associated with traits of strength and courage, and it does not have biblical relevance. Makoa gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within Hawaiian culture, and is perceived positively today.
The name Makoa is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Makoa has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Makoa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9742nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3817th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2024th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Makoa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Makoa"
Pronunciation
/məˈkoʊ.ə/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
The name Makoa is derived from the Hawaiian language, where it means 'brave' or 'fearless'.
Meaning
brave, fearless
Language Evolution
Original Hawaiian: Makoa
Historical Usage
The name Makoa gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Hawaiian culture and among those who appreciate Hawaiian heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Mako, Makua
Modern Popularity & Image
Makoa is perceived as a strong and unique name, often associated with positive traits like bravery and resilience.
Famous People
Makoa K. T. Kaimiotis - a contemporary Hawaiian artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Makoa"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Makoa"
"Makoa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9742nd of 16616 | 35 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3817th of 24088 | 383 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2024th of 23106 | 870 |
Regional Popularity of "Makoa" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
45.07% 2847th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
18.04% 1346th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
60.39% 2406th/3984 |
71.52% 3209th/4487 |
36.98% 2523rd/6822 |
16.11% 1011th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Makoa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Makoa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Makoa" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.