Is Makayla a popular name?

Makayla reached a best rank of #37 in 2008 and has charted in 6 years.

Where does Makayla rank now?

Makayla does not appear in the top ranks in the most recent data (2025).

It is recorded primarily as a girls' name.

Girls

Best rank #37 (2008) · ranked in 6 years

Ranked in 6 years, Makayla reached its best position of #37 in 2008.

It eased from #37 in 2008 to #94 in 2013.

The latest tally (2025) shows no ranking for Makayla in the top spots.

At its peak year of 2008, Makayla was given to 5,957 newborns.

Makayla was most popular around 2008, making it characteristic of the 2000s generation.

Michael, Mason, Mia stand out as close matches to Makayla, tracking a similar sound or popularity window. See how their rankings compare below.

Is Makayla a popular name?: Makayla reached a best rank of #37 in 2008 and has charted in 6 years.
Where does Makayla rank now?: Makayla does not appear in the top ranks in the most recent data (2025).
Is Makayla a boy or girl name?: It is recorded primarily as a girls' name.
When was Makayla most popular?: Makayla peaked around 2008.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) - Popular Baby Names (national)