Makayia is a unique and captivating name of African origin. It is derived from the Bantu language spoken in various countries across Africa, including Nigeria, Cameroon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The name Makayia is believed to have been created by combining two elements: 'Maka,' which means 'to obey' or 'to follow,' and 'yia,' meaning 'to be born.' Therefore, the name Makayia can be interpreted as "one who follows" or "one who has been born." This name has a rich history in African culture and carries with it a deep sense of tradition and respect for authority. However, despite its ancient roots, Makayia remains a distinctive and modern-sounding name that stands out in today's world.
The name Makayia has seen varying popularity over the years in the United States. Between 1998 and 2011, there were a total of 90 babies named Makayia born in the U.S.
In terms of yearly trends, the name peaked in popularity in 2006 with 14 births that year. This was quite an increase from the previous year (2005) when only 9 babies were named Makayia. However, the following year (2007), the number of births dropped to 6, indicating a decrease in popularity.
It's interesting to note that there have been two years with an identical number of births for the name Makayia: 1998 and 2010 both had 5 babies named Makayia. Similarly, 2001 and 2002 also shared the same figure with 8 births each.
Overall, while Makayia may not have been one of the most popular names during this period, its usage remained consistent with a total of 90 births over these 14 years.