A American name gently fading from the charts.
A male given name.
Makhi is a boy's and girl's baby name of American origin, likely a variant of Maki or Mackey, with possible connections to Hebrew names meaning 'who is like God' (from Michael). The distinctive spelling gives it a fresh, contemporary identity.
With over 4,000 U.S. births, Makhi has been particularly popular in African American communities — its crisp sound and distinctive spelling make it a name that feels both strong and original.
Makhi was #1093 twenty years ago and has since drifted to #1987, but its charm endures.
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 556 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 2,019 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 1,383 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 81 | — |
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 78 | #1987 |
| 2023 | 109 | #1601 |
| 2022 | 112 | #1581 |
| 2021 | 118 | #1509 |
| 2020 | 139 | #1305 |
| 2019 | 154 | #1233 |
| 2018 | 175 | #1116 |
| 2017 | 191 | #1050 |
| 2016 | 177 | #1108 |
| 2015 | 195 | #1037 |
| 2014 | 222 | #951 |
| 2013 | 219 | #930 |
| 2012 | 243 | #874 |
| 2011 | 237 | #882 |
| 2010 | 206 | #962 |
| 2009 | 212 | #952 |
| 2008 | 209 | #961 |
| 2007 | 182 | #1034 |
| 2006 | 163 | #1083 |
| 2005 | 190 | #926 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
While overwhelmingly a boy's name, Makhi has also been given to 52 girls in the U.S. since 2004.
Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1996–2024) · Methodology