What origin is the name Makihiko?

Makihiko comes from Japanese naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Makihiko?

Names from the same japanese tradition pair naturally with Makihiko — for example Aya, Emi, Yuna. You can browse more on our japanese names page.

How is Makihiko written in its native script?

Makihiko is written まきひこ.

Makihiko

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Makihiko

Makihiko

Boy

Japanese

4 syllables

Makihiko (まきひこ) is a Japanese boy's name meaning "Combining 'maki' (true) and 'hiko' (prince). This Japanese name is used to signify a noble man who holds true to his values and origins.".

The meaning of Makihiko is "Combining 'maki' (true) and 'hiko' (prince). This Japanese name is used to signify a noble man who holds true to his values and origins." — a boy name of Japanese origin. At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 4 syllables.

Native script: まきひこ
Origin: Japanese
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 4

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Combining 'maki' (true) and 'hiko' (prince). This Japanese name is used to signify a noble man who holds true to his values and origins.

Popularity

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Written as まきひこ

Quick answers about Makihiko

What does Makihiko mean?

Makihiko is a boy name of Japanese origin meaning "Combining 'maki' (true) and 'hiko' (prince). This Japanese name is used to signify a noble man who holds true to his values and origins.".

How popular is Makihiko?

We have no birth-record ranking for Makihiko: it is not in US records, and India publishes no national name rankings. The meter above fills in as parents here view, search for and save the name.

Sister names that go with Makihiko

Aya Emi Yuna Sakura Kaori Aiko

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Name numerology

5is the Chaldean number for Makihiko.

Number 5 is linked with curiosity, freedom and adventure.

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Names with a similar meaning to Makihiko

Makihiko means "Combining 'maki' (true) and 'hiko' (prince). This Japanese name is used to signify a noble man who holds true to his values and origins." — these names share that spirit.

Mason — "Mason is an English surname for a stoneworker, from the Old French masson. It is now used as a first name." (English)
Grace — "Grace comes from the English word grace, from the Latin gratia, meaning 'favour' or 'kindness'. Puritans used it as a virtue name." (Latin)
Audrey — "Audrey is a medieval form of Aethelthryth, an Old English name from aethel 'noble' and thryth 'strength'." (English)
Sophia — "Sophia comes from the Greek word sophia, meaning 'wisdom'. It has been used across Europe since early Christian times." (Greek)
Michael — "Michael comes from the Hebrew Mikha'el, a question meaning 'who is like God?'. It is the name of an archangel." (Hebrew)
Olivia — "Olivia comes from the Latin oliva, 'olive'. The olive branch is a symbol of peace. Shakespeare used it in Twelfth Night." (Latin)
Emily — "Emily comes from the Roman family name Aemilius, probably from the Latin aemulus, meaning 'rival' or 'eager to excel'." (Latin)
Logan — "Logan is a Scottish surname from a place name, from the Gaelic lagan, meaning 'little hollow'." (Scottish)