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  MAKENA

The meaning of the unisex name Makena is NO MEANING AS THIS IS A MODERN NAME.

Details on MAKENA:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
No meaning as this is a modern name
Popularity for Girl:
3,770th in the USA (top 15%)
Popularity for Boy:
33,550th in the USA (bottom 50%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

95 births
MAKENA as a GIRL in 2024
5 births
MAKENA as a BOY in 2010

USA SSA birth(s) for MAKENA:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name MAKENA

 MAKENA as a girl

YearGirl Births
202495 births
2023115 births
2022108 births
2021115 births
2020119 births
2019150 births
2018178 births
2017205 births
2016223 births
2015225 births
2014200 births
2013252 births
2012255 births
2011236 births
2010294 births
2009281 births

 MAKENA as a boy

YearBoy Births
20105 births
20085 births
20069 births
20046 births
20037 births
20028 births
19995 births
19977 births
19966 births
199515 births
19946 births
19925 births

About the name MAKENA

Makena is a name of African origin, primarily derived from the Kikuyu language of Kenya, where it means "the happy one" or "the joyous one." This name is steeped in cultural significance, evoking images of vibrant landscapes, where the sun shines brightly over rolling hills and the laughter of children dances in the air. In recent years, Makena has gained popularity in various parts of the world, particularly in the United States and among communities with ties to East Africa, where it symbolizes positivity and a spirit of celebration. The name is often associated with the serene beauty of Kenya, particularly the enchanting Makena Beach, known for its golden sands and azure waters, embodying a sense of peace and harmony. Embracing this name for a child is to invite a legacy of joy and warmth, a reminder of the beauty found in life's simplest moments and the happiness that can flourish in every heart.

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