"who is like God?"
Origin: Hebrew Mikhah
Language: Hebrew
Mica
Pronunciation: [ m-EYEK-uh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"small, little"
Origin: Romanian diminutive
Language: Romanian
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The Story of Mica
Mica is a form of Micah (Hebrew Mikhah, meaning who is like God?), a rhetorical question affirming the incomparability of God. Micah was an Old Testament prophet whose writings form the Book of Micah. The name Mica also shares its spelling with the mineral mica, a naturally shimmering silicate mineral used in everything from makeup to electronics.
Mica has gained popularity as a gender-neutral and feminine form of the biblical Micah. In Romania, Mica is a common diminutive meaning small or little one, adding a sweet, affectionate layer to the name.
In biblical tradition, Micah was a prophet who spoke about justice and fairness, including the famous verse requiring people to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly. In Romania, Mica is simply a term of endearment. In geology, mica is associated with shimmering, multi-layered beauty.
Historical Record
Mica first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 2,693 babies have been named Mica in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mica is past its peak , currently ranked #6,640 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Mica the mineral gets its name from Latin micare meaning to shine or glitter
- The prophet Micah wrote one of the most quoted ethical statements in the Bible: do justice, love mercy, walk humbly
Mica in Other Languages
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Mica
Hebrew
מִיכָה
Japanese
ミカ
Romanian
Mica
Popularity Over Time
#6,640
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Peaked 1970
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Mica
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Mica Paris
Musician
1969
British R&B singer known for My One Temptation and BBC radio presenter
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Micah
Religious
Old Testament prophet, author of the Book of Micah, known for the verse do justice, love mercy
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,640
- Total SSA Count
- 18
- Cultural Origins
- English American Jewish Romanian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Mic
Micky
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mica
What does the name Mica mean?
"who is like God?" (from Hebrew Mikhah). "small, little" (from Romanian diminutive). Mica is a form of Micah (Hebrew Mikhah, meaning who is like God?), a rhetorical question affirming the incomparability of God. Micah was an Old Testament prophet whose writings form the Book of Micah. The name Mica also shares its spelling with the mineral mica, a naturally shimmering silicate mineral used in everything from makeup to electronics.
What is the origin of the name Mica?
Mica has Hebrew Mikhah, Romanian diminutive, English, American, Jewish, and Romanian origins. In Hebrew Mikhah, it means "who is like God?". In Romanian diminutive, it means "small, little".
Is Mica a boy or girl name?
Mica is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #6640. As a boy name, it is ranked #4033. Mica is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Mica?
Mica is pronounced m-EYEK-uh.
How popular is the name Mica?
Mica is currently ranked #6640 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mica?
Common nicknames for Mica include Mic and Micky.
What are good middle names for Mica?
Popular middle name pairings include Mica Rose, Mica Lynn, Mica Grace, Mica Jane, Mica Sky, Mica Rain, and Mica Jade.
What are good sibling names for Mica?
Names that pair well with Mica as siblings include Ezra, Noah, Sienna, Zara, Eli, and Luna.
How many syllables does Mica have?
Mica has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Mica a common or rare name?
Mica is an uncommon name, ranked #6640 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Mica
Mica is a girl name with English, American, Jewish, and Romanian origins . The name means "who is like God?" in Hebrew Mikhah .
Is Mica a boy or girl name? Mica is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #6,640 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #4,033. Mica is more commonly used as a boy name.
Mica is currently ranked #6,640 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Mica has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-EYEK-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Mica include Mic and Micky. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mica include Michelle, Michaela, Micah, Micaela, Michal . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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