Mikaila Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mikaila is a modern English name that evolved from the Hebrew name Mikha'el, meaning 'Who is like God?'. It has undergone several transformations through various languages, resulting in its current form. The name is associated with traits of creativity and uniqueness, and it does not have significant biblical relevance. Mikaila gained popularity in the late 20th century, and it has several variants that reflect its feminine roots.
The name Mikaila is most popular in Washington, 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, Mikaila 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, 'Mikaila' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3023rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1942nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6309th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mikaila' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mikaila"
Pronunciation
/mɪˈkaɪlə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Mikaila is a variant of the name Michaela, which is the feminine form of Michael. Michael originates from the Hebrew name Mikha'el, meaning 'Who is like God?'
Meaning
Who is like God?
Language Evolution
Mikha'el (Hebrew), Michael (Latinized form), Michaela (feminine form), Mikaila (modern variant)
Historical Usage
Mikaila gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique alternative to traditional names like Michaela and Michael.
Variants & Derivatives
Michaela, Mikayla, Mikaela, Mikaylah
Modern Popularity & Image
Mikaila is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Mikaila Ulmer, an American entrepreneur known for her work in the beverage industry.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mikaila"
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 "Mikaila"
"Mikaila" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3023rd of 27321 | 558 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1942nd of 35406 | 1,595 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6309th of 30306 | 231 |
Regional Popularity of "Mikaila" 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 "Mikaila" 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) |
67.00% 2469th/3685 |
90.41% 4046th/4475 |
69.48% 3609th/5194 |
35.30% 2230th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
44.00% 2016th/4582 |
31.60% 1632nd/5164 |
33.02% 2415th/7313 |
25.22% 1882nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
94.54% 4242nd/4487 |
80.89% 5518th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mikaila"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mikaila" 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.