Mickayla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mickayla is an Irish name derived from the Hebrew Michael, meaning 'who is like God?'. It has evolved from Michael through Michaela to its modern form. The name reflects traits of uniqueness and creativity, with no significant biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is commonly associated with contemporary culture.
The name Mickayla 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 Northeast 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, Mickayla 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, 'Mickayla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3483rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2317th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7643rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mickayla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mickayla"
Pronunciation
/mɪˈkeɪlə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Mickayla is a modern variant of the name Michaela, which is derived from the Hebrew name Michael, meaning 'who is like God?'. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world through its association with Irish culture.
Meaning
who is like God
Language Evolution
Michael (Hebrew), Michaela (Latin), Mickayla (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Mickayla emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as parents sought unique variations of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Michaela, Mikaela, Kayla, Micky
Modern Popularity & Image
Mickayla is viewed as a modern and trendy name, often associated with individuality and creativity. It is popular among younger generations.
Famous People
Mickayla Shiffrin, American alpine ski racer, Mickayla McEwan, Australian artist
Explore More Mickayla Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mickayla"
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 "Mickayla"
"Mickayla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3483rd of 27321 | 459 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2317th of 35406 | 1,229 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7643rd of 30306 | 176 |
Regional Popularity of "Mickayla" 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 "Mickayla" 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) |
58.26% 2147th/3685 |
60.65% 2714th/4475 |
71.41% 3709th/5194 |
61.80% 3904th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.51% 1856th/4582 |
35.53% 1835th/5164 |
39.93% 2920th/7313 |
41.75% 3116th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
- |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mickayla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mickayla" 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.