"who is like God?"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Mika
Pronunciation: [ m-EEK-uh ]
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"beautiful fragrance"
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The Story of Mika
Mika carries meaning in multiple cultures. In Hebrew, it is a form of Micah (מִיכָה), meaning 'who is like God?' — a rhetorical question asserting God's incomparability. In Japanese, Mika (美香, 未花, 美佳) is a popular feminine name with various character combinations meaning 'beautiful fragrance,' 'not yet blossomed flower,' or 'beautiful excellent.' In Finnish and Scandinavian countries, Mika is a masculine form of Michael. This multicultural flexibility makes it uniquely versatile.
Mika as a boy's name surged in Scandinavia and Finland in the mid-20th century. The British-Lebanese singer Mika brought the name to global attention after 2007. In Japan, Mika has been a popular feminine name for decades.
In Finland, Mika Häkkinen was a Formula One World Champion, making Mika feel strongly masculine. The prophet Micah authored one of the 12 minor prophetical books of the Hebrew Bible. In Japan, Mika is almost exclusively feminine.
Historical Record
Mika first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 1,327 babies have been named Mika in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mika is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,878 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Mika Häkkinen won back-to-back Formula One World Championships in 1998 and 1999
- The Book of Micah contains the famous verse 'Do justice, love kindness, walk humbly with your God' (6:8)
- In Japan, Mika is written with characters meaning 'beautiful fragrance' (美香) or other aesthetic combinations
Mika in Other Languages
Arabic
ميكا
French
Mika
Hebrew
מִיכָה
Finnish
Mika
Japanese
美香
Popularity Over Time
#2,878
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Mika
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Mika (Michael Holbrook Penniman Jr.)
Musician
1983
British-Lebanese singer known for the hit 'Grace Kelly' and 'Relax (Take It Easy)'
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Mika Häkkinen
Athlete
1968
Finnish Formula One driver who won the World Championship in 1998 and 1999 with McLaren
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,878
- Total SSA Count
- 44
- Cultural Origins
- Japanese Finnish Hebrew Scandinavian American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Mi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mika
What does the name Mika mean?
"who is like God?" (from Hebrew). "beautiful fragrance" (from Japanese). "form of Michael" (from Finnish). Mika carries meaning in multiple cultures. In Hebrew, it is a form of Micah (מִיכָה), meaning 'who is like God?' — a rhetorical question asserting God's incomparability. In Japanese, Mika (美香, 未花, 美佳) is a popular feminine name with various character combinations meaning 'beautiful fragrance,' 'not yet blossomed flower,' or 'beautiful excellent.' In Finnish and Scandinavian countries, Mika is a masculine form of Michael. This multicultural flexibility makes it uniquely versatile.
What is the origin of the name Mika?
Mika has Hebrew, Japanese, Finnish, Scandinavian, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "who is like God?". In Japanese, it means "beautiful fragrance". In Finnish, it means "form of Michael".
Is Mika a boy or girl name?
Mika is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2878. As a girl name, it is ranked #1543. Mika is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Mika?
Mika is pronounced m-EEK-uh.
How popular is the name Mika?
Mika is currently ranked #2878 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Mika?
Popular middle name pairings include Mika James, Mika Oliver, Mika Elliot, Mika Lee, Mika Thomas, and Mika Alexander.
What are good sibling names for Mika?
Names that pair well with Mika as siblings include Kai, Lena, Zara, Finn, Noa, Emi, and Soren.
How many syllables does Mika have?
Mika has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Mika a common or rare name?
Mika is an uncommon name, ranked #2878 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Mika
Mika is a boy name with Japanese, Finnish, Hebrew, Scandinavian, and American origins . The name means "who is like God?" in Hebrew .
Is Mika a boy or girl name? Mika is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,878 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,543. Mika is more commonly used as a girl name.
Mika is currently ranked #2,878 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Mika has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-EEK-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Mika include Mi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mika include Mike, Mikael, Mikah, Mikel, Mikhail . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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