Maiki
A Hawaiian name derived from "mai'i" meaning sick or ill.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Maiki. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Maiki today is around 21 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Maiki births was 2005 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Maiki. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Maiki. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2005
5 babies that year
Average age
21
years old
2005 SSA rank
#12,620
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Maiki: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Maiki by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Maiki during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Maiki
The name Maiki is believed to have originated from the Hawaiian language, where it holds a rich cultural significance. This moniker can be traced back to the ancient Polynesian settlers who inhabited the Hawaiian islands as early as the 4th century AD.
In the Hawaiian tongue, Maiki is a combination of two words: "mai," meaning "come," and "ki," which translates to "toward." Thus, the name Maiki carries the connotation of "one who comes toward," evoking a sense of warmth and welcoming spirit.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Maiki can be found in traditional Hawaiian chants and oral histories, which have been passed down through generations. These oral traditions often celebrated the beauty and resilience of the Hawaiian people, and the name Maiki was frequently associated with strong-willed individuals.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Maiki. One such figure was Maiki Kalanianaole, a respected Hawaiian high chiefess who lived in the late 18th century. She played a pivotal role in preserving the island's cultural traditions and was renowned for her diplomatic skills.
Another illustrious bearer of this name was Maiki Aiu Lake, a Hawaiian singer, and composer born in 1925. Her music celebrated the beauty of her native land and helped to keep the Hawaiian language and culture alive during a time of rapid westernization.
In the realm of sports, Maiki Kemoeatu, born in 1979, made a name for himself as a professional American football player. He played defensive tackle for several teams in the National Football League (NFL) and was known for his tenacity and determination on the field.
The name Maiki has also been carried by influential figures in the literary world. Maiki Tengan, born in 1946, is a renowned Hawaiian author and activist. Her works have shed light on the struggles and triumphs of the indigenous people of Hawaii, exploring themes of identity, culture, and social justice.
Lastly, Maiki Vaughan, born in 1964, is a celebrated Hawaiian artist whose vibrant paintings and sculptures capture the essence of her island home. Her works have been exhibited in galleries around the world, allowing her to share the beauty and cultural richness of Hawaii with a global audience.
People
Maiki + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Maiki as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Maiki: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Maiki?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Maiki going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Maiki a common name?
We classify Maiki as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Maiki most popular?
The single biggest year for Maiki was 2005, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Maiki is about 21 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Maiki in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Maiki a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Maiki in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Maiki still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Maiki in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Maiki can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Maiki?
You can see how many people have the name Maiki on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.