Unknown; possibly a modern variant of Micah or Keziah
Makhiya is a modern American name with unclear etymological roots. It is likely a creative blend or phonetic variation of established names like Micah, meaning 'who is like God', or Keziah, meaning 'cassia tree'. Its usage is contemporary and primarily found within the United States.
Less common today
Makhiya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,343 in 2006.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
