Mikayla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mikayla is derived from Hebrew roots, meaning 'who is like God?'. Its language evolution follows the path from Michael to Michaela and finally to Mikayla. The name embodies traits of uniqueness and modernity, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is associated with contemporary culture.
The name Mikayla is most popular in Nevada, 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 gradually declining. From 2020-2022, Mikayla has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Mikayla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20187th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8388th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 435th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 138th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 451st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mikayla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mikayla"
Pronunciation
/mɪˈkeɪlə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Mikayla is a feminine form of the male name Michael, which means 'who is like God?' in Hebrew. The name Mikayla is often seen as a modern variation of the name, influenced by the popularity of unique spellings.
Meaning
Who is like God?
Language Evolution
Michael, Mikael, Michaela, Mikayla
Historical Usage
Mikayla gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as part of a trend for unique and feminine variations of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Michaela, Mikaela, Kayla
Modern Popularity & Image
Mikayla is viewed as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Mikayla Maroney, Mikayla McGhee
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mikayla"
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 "Mikayla"
"Mikayla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20187th of 24088 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8388th of 19264 | 68 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 435th of 27321 | 9,000 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 138th of 35406 | 38,781 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 451st of 30306 | 8,490 |
Regional Popularity of "Mikayla" 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 "Mikayla" 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) |
8.63% 318th/3685 |
10.84% 485th/4475 |
10.20% 530th/5194 |
6.28% 397th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
2.66% 122nd/4582 |
2.54% 131st/5164 |
2.11% 154th/7313 |
2.05% 153rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
13.91% 554th/3984 |
6.82% 306th/4487 |
7.64% 521st/6822 |
6.80% 427th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mikayla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mikayla" 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.