"one who resembles God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Mykah
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The Story of Mykah
Mykah is a creative spelling of Micah (מִיכָה), a Hebrew name meaning 'who is like God?' — a rhetorical question implying no one is. Micah is one of the twelve minor prophets of the Hebrew Bible, author of the Book of Micah. The name contains the Hebrew root 'mi' (who) + 'ka' (like) + 'El' (God), a construction also found in Michael (מִיכָאֵל). The 'y' spelling gives this Biblical classic a modern visual freshness.
Micah has been a quietly popular Biblical name in the US since the 1970s, consistently in the top 100 for boys. Mykah and similar spellings (Mika, Micha) reflect the desire to honor this spiritual name while standing out from the standard spelling.
In the Book of Micah (8th century BCE), the prophet calls for justice, kindness, and humility — 'What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God' (Micah 6:8). This verse is one of the most beloved in the Hebrew Bible, giving Micah a moral weight alongside its beautiful sound.
Historical Record
Mykah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1996.
Over 1,073 babies have been named Mykah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mykah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,789 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Micah 6:8 is one of the most quoted verses in the Hebrew Bible
- Micah has been in the US top 100 for boys since 1994
- The Book of Micah contains one of the earliest prophecies of a Messiah born in Bethlehem
Mykah in Other Languages
Greek
Μιχαίας
Arabic
ميخا
French
Michée
Hebrew
מִיכָה
Spanish
Miqueas
Popularity Over Time
#2,789
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Mykah
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Micah Parsons
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2000
NFL linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys, multiple-time Pro Bowl selection
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Micah Richards
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1988
Former English professional footballer and TV pundit
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Micah (Biblical Prophet) Fictional
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One of the twelve minor prophets in the Hebrew Bible, author of the Book of Micah
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,789
- Total SSA Count
- 46
- Cultural Origins
- American English Christian Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Ky
Mike
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mykah
What does the name Mykah mean?
"one who resembles God" (from Hebrew). Mykah is a creative spelling of Micah (מִיכָה), a Hebrew name meaning 'who is like God?' — a rhetorical question implying no one is. Micah is one of the twelve minor prophets of the Hebrew Bible, author of the Book of Micah. The name contains the Hebrew root 'mi' (who) + 'ka' (like) + 'El' (God), a construction also found in Michael (מִיכָאֵל). The 'y' spelling gives this Biblical classic a modern visual freshness.
What is the origin of the name Mykah?
Mykah has Hebrew, American, English, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "one who resembles God".
Is Mykah a boy or girl name?
Mykah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2789. As a girl name, it is ranked #3554. Mykah is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Mykah?
Mykah is currently ranked #2789 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mykah?
Common nicknames for Mykah include Mike.
What are good middle names for Mykah?
Popular middle name pairings include Mykah James, Mykah Cole, Mykah Reed, Mykah Elijah, Mykah Grant, and Mykah Thomas.
What are good sibling names for Mykah?
Names that pair well with Mykah as siblings include Elijah, Isaiah, Naomi, Ezra, Jonah, and Hosea.
How many syllables does Mykah have?
Mykah has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Mykah a common or rare name?
Mykah is an uncommon name, ranked #2789 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Mykah
Mykah is a boy name with American, English, Christian, and Hebrew origins . The name means "one who resembles God" in Hebrew .
Is Mykah a boy or girl name? Mykah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,789 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #3,554. Mykah is more commonly used as a boy name.
Mykah is currently ranked #2,789 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Mykah has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Mykah include Ky and Mike. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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