Makston
A unique invented name of unknown origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Makston. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Makston today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Makston births was 2014 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Makston. 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 Makston. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2014
5 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2014 SSA rank
#13,306
Tracked since 2014
Popularity
Makston: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Makston 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 Makston during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Makston
The name Makston has its roots in the ancient Germanic language, with its origins dating back to around the 5th century AD. It is believed to be derived from the Old German word "makst," which means "greatest" or "mightiest." The name was commonly used in various Germanic tribes and kingdoms spread across modern-day Germany, Austria, and parts of Scandinavia.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Makston can be found in the Codex Argenteus, a 6th-century manuscript containing portions of the Gothic Bible translation by Wulfila, the "Apostle of the Goths." The name is mentioned in the context of a prominent Gothic leader or chieftain, though details about this individual are scarce.
During the Middle Ages, the name Makston gained popularity among the nobility and ruling classes of various Germanic kingdoms. It was seen as a powerful and prestigious name, reflecting strength and leadership qualities. One notable figure bearing this name was Makston of Saxony, a 10th-century nobleman and military commander who played a significant role in the consolidation of the Holy Roman Empire under Otto the Great.
In the 12th century, a famous Benedictine monk and scholar named Makston of Reichenau made significant contributions to the fields of astronomy, mathematics, and music theory. His works were widely studied and influential in medieval Europe.
Another historical figure of note was Makston von Buren, a 14th-century German knight and crusader who participated in the Prussian Crusades against the pagan Baltic tribes. He was known for his bravery and military prowess in battles against the Lithuanian and Prussian forces.
During the Renaissance period, the name Makston experienced a resurgence in popularity, particularly among the wealthy merchant class and intellectuals. One notable bearer of the name was Makston Fugger, a 16th-century German banker and member of the influential Fugger family of merchants and bankers from Augsburg. He played a pivotal role in financing various European rulers and their ventures.
While the name Makston has its roots in ancient Germanic cultures, its usage has been widespread across various regions and time periods, with numerous historical figures bearing this powerful and prestigious name.
People
Makston + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Makston 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
Makston: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Makston?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Makston 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 Makston a common name?
We classify Makston 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 Makston most popular?
The single biggest year for Makston was 2014, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Makston is about 12 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 Makston in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Makston a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Makston 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 Makston still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Makston 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 Makston 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 have the name Makston?
See how many Americans are named Makston on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.