Mykayla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mykayla is a modern name derived from the Hebrew name Mikha'el, meaning 'who is like God?'. It evolved through various forms, including Michael and Michaela, before becoming popular in English as Mykayla. The name reflects traits of creativity and individuality, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained prominence in the late 20th century and is viewed positively in contemporary society.
The name Mykayla 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, Mykayla 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, 'Mykayla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3988th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1632nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4860th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mykayla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mykayla"
Pronunciation
/maɪˈkeɪlə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Mykayla is a modern variation of the name Michaela, which is the feminine form of Michael. Michael originates from the Hebrew name Mikha'el, meaning 'who is like God?'. The spelling 'Mykayla' is a contemporary, creative adaptation.
Meaning
Who is like God?
Language Evolution
Mikha'el (Hebrew), Michael (Latin/Greek), Michaela (German), Mykayla (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Mykayla gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend for unique spellings and variations of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Michaela, Mikaela, Mikayla, Kayla
Modern Popularity & Image
Mykayla is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with individuality and creativity. It has become popular in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Famous People
Mykayla Skinner, American gymnast, Mykayla Lyman, American singer-songwriter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mykayla"
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 "Mykayla"
"Mykayla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3988th of 27321 | 382 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1632nd of 35406 | 1,975 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4860th of 30306 | 332 |
Regional Popularity of "Mykayla" 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 "Mykayla" 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) |
- |
79.42% 3554th/4475 |
60.40% 3137th/5194 |
62.45% 3945th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
35.51% 1627th/4582 |
45.39% 2344th/5164 |
20.47% 1497th/7313 |
28.35% 2116th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
88.13% 3511th/3984 |
- |
66.97% 4569th/6822 |
87.41% 5486th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mykayla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mykayla" 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.