Mekayla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mekayla is a modern English name derived from Michaela, the feminine form of Michael, which has Hebrew roots meaning 'who is like God?'. The name evolved from Michael to Michaela in Latin and then to various modern forms such as Mekayla. It gained popularity in the late 20th century due to the trend of unique spellings. The name is associated with traits of uniqueness and individuality, and it does not have direct biblical relevance.
The name Mekayla is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mekayla has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mekayla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4309th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2386th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8777th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mekayla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mekayla"
Pronunciation
/məˈkeɪlə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Mekayla is a modern variation of the name Michaela, which is the feminine form of Michael. The name Michael is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'who is like God?'.
Meaning
who is like God
Language Evolution
Michael (Hebrew), Michaela (Latin), Mekayla (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Mekayla gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The trend of using unique spellings of traditional names contributed to its rise.
Variants & Derivatives
Michaela, Makayla, Kayla
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Mekayla is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with uniqueness and individuality.
Famous People
Mekayla E. Rielly, Australian swimmer, Mekayla Chang, American artist
📊 Mekayla Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 118 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 18 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mekayla"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Mekayla"
"Mekayla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4309th of 27321 | 342 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2386th of 35406 | 1,178 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8777th of 30306 | 145 |
Regional Popularity of "Mekayla" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Mekayla" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
93.54% 3447th/3685 |
- |
56.64% 2942nd/5194 |
59.54% 3761st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
60.39% 2767th/4582 |
64.41% 3326th/5164 |
29.48% 2156th/7313 |
52.95% 3952nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
84.54% 5767th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Mekayla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mekayla" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.