Markai is of African origin, specifically from the Mende people of Sierra Leone and Liberia. It is a unisex name, meaning "song" or "happy". The name has a melodic sound to it, reflecting its musical derivation. Markai is also often associated with nature due to its connection to songbirds. In some cultures, it may hold significance as a symbol of joy and happiness.
The name Markai has seen varied popularity over the years, with peaks occurring in 2017 and 2021. However, it appears to have been more commonly used around the early 2000s and again recently, as suggested by the higher birth counts in those periods compared to the intervening years.