"who is like God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Myka
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A modern twist on the biblical name Micah
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Meaning & Origin
"gift from God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Myka
Myka is a modern feminine spelling of Micah, which comes from the Hebrew Mikha meaning who is like God, a rhetorical question implying no one is. The name Micah is shared by a minor biblical prophet. The spelling Myka gives the traditional name a contemporary, sleek feel while retaining the powerful biblical meaning.
The name Myka and its variants (Mika, Mica) have grown as parents look for gender-flexible names with biblical roots but modern spelling. The UK sci-fi series Myka aired in the 2000s also introduced the spelling to a wider audience.
The name honors the Hebrew prophet Micah, whose book contains the famous verse about doing justice, loving mercy, and walking humbly. The alternative spelling Myka positions it as a fresh take on this ancient name.
Historical Record
Myka first appeared in US Social Security records in 1967.
Over 2,749 babies have been named Myka in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Myka is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,894 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The biblical prophet Micah lived in the 8th century BCE and is credited with the famous verse about justice, mercy, and humility
- Myka is both a girl and boy name in modern usage, reflecting the trend toward gender-neutral names
- The -ka spelling is popular in Slavic and Nordic countries as a feminine name ending
Myka in Other Languages
Greek
Μιχαίας
Arabic
ميخا
French
Michee
Hebrew
מִיכָה
Spanish
Miqueas
Popularity Over Time
#2,894
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Myka
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Myka Stauffer
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1990
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Myka Bering Fictional
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Main character in the US sci-fi series Warehouse 13 (2009-2014)
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,894
- Total SSA Count
- 57
- Cultural Origins
- American English Australian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
My
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Frequently Asked Questions About Myka
What does the name Myka mean?
"who is like God" (from Hebrew). "gift from God" (from Hebrew). Myka is a modern feminine spelling of Micah, which comes from the Hebrew Mikha meaning who is like God, a rhetorical question implying no one is. The name Micah is shared by a minor biblical prophet. The spelling Myka gives the traditional name a contemporary, sleek feel while retaining the powerful biblical meaning.
What is the origin of the name Myka?
Myka has Hebrew, American, English, and Australian origins. In Hebrew, it means "who is like God". In Hebrew, it means "gift from God".
Is Myka a boy or girl name?
Myka is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2894. As a boy name, it is ranked #5644. Myka is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Myka?
Myka is currently ranked #2894 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Myka?
Popular middle name pairings include Myka Grace, Myka Rose, Myka Jean, Myka Lynn, and Myka Elise.
What are good sibling names for Myka?
Names that pair well with Myka as siblings include Zoe, Jada, Ethan, Caleb, and Lena.
How many syllables does Myka have?
Myka has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Myka a common or rare name?
Myka is an uncommon name, ranked #2894 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Myka?
Are there other spellings for Myka?
Related spellings include Mykah.
About the Name Myka
Myka is a girl name with American, English, and Australian origins . The name means "who is like God" in Hebrew .
Is Myka a boy or girl name? Myka is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,894 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #5,644. Myka is more commonly used as a girl name.
Myka is currently ranked #2,894 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Myka has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Myka include My. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Myka include Mykah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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