Mikala Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mikala is a name with Hebrew origins derived from Michal, meaning 'who is like God.' It evolved through various forms including Michal and Mikhal, leading to its modern use. The name is linked to biblical significance through the character Michal, the daughter of King Saul. Mikala has gained popularity in contemporary times, recognized for its uniqueness and modern appeal.
The name Mikala is most popular in Nebraska, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Mikala 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, 'Mikala' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6104th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1444th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1553rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9431st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mikala' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mikala"
Pronunciation
/mɪˈkɑːlə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Mikala is derived from the Hebrew name Michal, which means 'who is like God?' It is often associated with a biblical figure, the daughter of King Saul.
Meaning
who is like God
Language Evolution
Michal (Hebrew), Mikhal (Aramaic), Mikala (Modern English)
Biblical Background
Mikala is a variant of Michal, a biblical character known for her role as the wife of King David.
Historical Usage
The name Mikala gained popularity in the late 20th century as variations of traditional names became more common.
Variants & Derivatives
Michaela, Mikayla, Mikaylah
Modern Popularity & Image
Mikala is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Mikala Jones (professional surfer), Mikala Shwer (actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mikala"
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 "Mikala"
"Mikala" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6104th of 19264 | 125 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1444th of 27321 | 1,635 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1553rd of 35406 | 2,118 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9431st of 30306 | 130 |
Regional Popularity of "Mikala" 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 "Mikala" 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) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
28.47% 1049th/3685 |
44.38% 1986th/4475 |
28.96% 1504th/5194 |
25.99% 1642nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.67% 1176th/4582 |
38.25% 1975th/5164 |
21.26% 1555th/7313 |
25.47% 1901st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Mikala"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mikala" 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.