Makari is a distinctive choice, ranked #2664 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Makari in their class.
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UK Rank 2025
#2664
US Rank #918
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About the Name Makari
Makari has never been more popular than it is right now, sitting at UK #2264. The name has climbed 2485 places in the last five years — a significant surge by any measure. The name has been relatively new to UK records, first appearing in 2010.
Makari is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Makari in their class.
In the US it ranks even higher at #968, where it enjoys a particularly strong following.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Makari
Unlikely. With around 8 UK babies named Makari per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Makari in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.
Makari is rising: up 353 places since 2021, to #2,664 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #2,264 in 2024.
Makari is more popular in the US (#968) than in the UK (#2264). Names with strong rankings in both countries tend to have broad cross-cultural appeal, working well for international families or those with ties to both nations.
Makari ranks #968 in the US top 1,000 (2024). It's recognised in America but considerably more popular in the UK.
8
UK babies named Makari (2025)
< 1
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
~0.0
In a school of 600
↑ 353 places
Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Makari
Almost certainly the only Makari in the class
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UK Popularity (2010–2025)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2024–2024)
Rank · SSA official data
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