Is Makhari a boy's or girl's name?

Makhari is primarily a boy's name. It is also used as a girl's name, with 40 recorded births.

When was Makhari most popular?

Makhari reached its peak popularity in 2024 with 40 births that year. It is currently ranked #3070 in the U.S.

How popular is the name Makhari?

Makhari is currently ranked #3070 in the U.S. (2024). It has been given to 247 babies since 2006.

Makhari

An uncommon Russian pick — distinctive and rare.

Boy's name| Also girlsRussianRising fast

#3070▲ 610in 2024

Meaning & Origin

Makhari is a boy's and girl's baby name of Russian origin, a variant of Makar or Makary, from the Greek Makarios meaning 'blessed' or 'happy.' Used in Eastern European and Russian Orthodox Christian communities, it carries a spiritual legacy of joy and divine favor.

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Popularity Over Time

Makhari has 17+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2006.

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Makhari
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	146	#3957	▲
2010s	88	#9510	▲
2000s	13	#11129	—

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(17 years, 2006–2024)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Makhari
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2024	40	#3070	+9 (29.0%)
2023	31	#3680	+12 (63.2%)
2022	19	#5144	-3 (-13.6%)
2021	22	#4579	-12 (-35.3%)
2020	34	#3314	+17 (100.0%)
2019	17	#5479	+6 (54.5%)
2018	11	#7431	+5 (83.3%)
2017	6	#11659	-5 (-45.5%)
2016	11	#7431	+2 (22.2%)
2015	9	#8456	+3 (50.0%)
2014	6	#11619	+1 (20.0%)
2013	5	#13333	-4 (-44.4%)
2012	9	#8606	+3 (50.0%)
2011	6	#11739	-2 (-25.0%)
2010	8	#9347	+2 (33.3%)
2008	6	#12017	-1 (-14.3%)
2006	7	#10240	—

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Makhari as a Girl's Name

Though more common for boys, Makhari has a notable history as a girl's name too, with 40 births since 2011.

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Current rank

Total births

2011

Peak year

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Frequently Asked

Can Makhari be used for both boys and girls?

Yes, Makhari is used for both boys and girls. As a boy's name, it currently ranks #3070. As a girl's name, it is not currently in the top rankings.

Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (2006–2024) · Methodology