Gift of God
Makeo is a Hawaiian form of the name Matthew. It shares the same etymological roots as the Hebrew name Mattityahu, signifying a child seen as a divine blessing. While rare on the US mainland, it retains a rhythmic, gentle appeal characteristic of Polynesian names.
Less common today
Makeo isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,657 in 2023.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
