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Makaya is often used as a modern phonetic variant of Micaiah, a biblical name shared by both men and women. It is also sometimes associated with the Swahili word 'makaya', referring to a home or dwelling place. In American usage, it is frequently chosen for its melodic sound and connection to the popular name Maya.
Less common today
Makaya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,494 in 2002.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American jazz drummer and producer
