Makayli is a contemporary given name of American origin, composed of two elements: "Maka" and "Yli". The former is believed to be a shortened form of names like Makayla or Makenzie, while the latter is thought to derive from Finnish names ending in "-ili", such as Viljami. Together, they create a unique and modern moniker that has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking distinctive names for their children.
The name Makayli experienced popularity with a consistent number of births occurring each year between 1995 and 2014, peaking at 12 births in 2005.