Nikayla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nikayla is a modern American name derived from Michaela, meaning 'who is like God'. It evolved from historical forms such as Michaela and Kayla. The name conveys traits of purity and uniqueness, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed positively in contemporary culture.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nikayla"
Pronunciation
/nɪˈkaɪlə/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
Nikayla is a contemporary name that is likely a variant of the name Kayla, which itself may derive from the name Michaela, meaning 'who is like God' in Hebrew.
Meaning
pure, who is like God
Language Evolution
Michaela, Kayla, Nikayla
Historical Usage
Nikayla emerged in the late 20th century, gaining popularity particularly in the United States as a modern feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Kayla, Michaela, Nika
Modern Popularity & Image
Nikayla is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with youthful energy and creativity.
📊 Nikayla Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Nikayla Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 67 peak births in 1999
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nikayla"
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 "Nikayla"
"Nikayla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6364th of 27321 | 196 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2976th of 35406 | 853 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8012th of 30306 | 164 |
Regional Popularity of "Nikayla" 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 "Nikayla" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
74.53% 3415th/4582 |
67.82% 3502nd/5164 |
47.00% 3437th/7313 |
63.37% 4729th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nikayla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nikayla" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Nikayla" in the United States
The name Nikayla 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, Nikayla 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, 'Nikayla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6364th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2976th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8012th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nikayla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.