Find out how popular the first name Makyra has been for the last 29 years (from 1995 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Makyra by gender

Based on the last 29 years of data, Makyra is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Makyra.

The history of the first name Makyra

The name Makyra is a relatively modern and unique name, with no clear origins or historical references. It does not appear to be derived from any specific language or culture.

One possible theory is that the name Makyra is a combination of the Greek prefix "makr-" meaning "long" or "large" and the suffix "-yra" which is sometimes used in Greek names. However, there is no evidence of this name being used in ancient Greek texts or historical records.

Another possibility is that Makyra is a variant spelling of the name Makaira, which is a Greek name derived from the word "makhaira" meaning "sword" or "dagger." However, there are no documented cases of this name being spelled as Makyra in historical texts.

Due to the unique and modern nature of the name, there are no recorded famous individuals named Makyra throughout history. The earliest known examples of this name appear to be from the late 20th century or early 21st century, likely as a creative invention or combination of existing name elements.

Without a clear historical or linguistic origin, the name Makyra remains a relatively recent and uncommon name, with limited information available regarding its meaning or significance.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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