True hope, or pine tree
Maki is a Japanese name with multiple meanings depending on the kanji characters used. Common interpretations include 'true hope' (ma meaning true, ki meaning hope) or 'pine tree' (maki). It is a versatile name used for both boys and girls in Japan, though it often appears as a prefix or suffix in longer names.
About 9 boys were named Maki in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Japanese pop singer and former member of Morning Musume
A powerful sorcerer and student at Tokyo Jujutsu High · Jujutsu Kaisen
A Second Generation Fire Soldier of Tokyo's Special Fire Force Company 8 · Fire Force
A talented pianist and member of the idol group μ's · Love Live!
