"who is like God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Mikayla
Girl Name
#775 Most Popular
Steady
3 Syllables
A spirited modern spin on the archangel Michael
American
English
Hebrew
Modern
Strong
Playful
Bold
Meaning & Origin
"gift from God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
The Story of Mikayla
Mikayla is a modern American phonetic spelling of Michaela, itself the feminine form of Michael. Michael comes from the Hebrew Mikha'el, a rhetorical question meaning who is like God, implying that no one compares to the divine. This name carries the ancient theological weight of the archangel Michael while wearing a thoroughly modern American spelling.
Mikayla and its spelling variants surged in the late 1990s and early 2000s, riding the wave of names with the -ayla sound that dominated American baby naming. The Olympic gymnast McKayla Maroney brought extra visibility to the name.
As a feminine form of Michael, Mikayla carries the tradition of angelic names important in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. The modern American spelling represents the creative respelling trend of the 1990s.
Fun Facts
- There are at least 8 common spellings of this name in the US
- The base name Michael has been the most popular US boys name for most of the 20th century
Mikayla in Other Languages
French
Michaelle
German
Michaela
Hebrew
מִיכָאֵלָה
Italian
Micaela
Spanish
Micaela
Famous People Named Mikayla
M
Mikayla Demaiter
Entertainer
2001
Canadian social media personality and model, former ice hockey goalie
M
Mikayla Simpson
Musician
1999
Australian musician known professionally as Eves Karydas
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #775
- Total SSA Count
- 362
- Cultural Origins
- American English Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Mika
Kayla
Mickey
Pairs Well With
Mikayla Grace
Mikayla Rose
Mikayla Faith
Mikayla Nicole
Mikayla Renee
Mikayla Lynn
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Mikayla is also used as a boy name, ranked #7831.
View Mikayla as a boy name →Similar Names
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mikayla
What does the name Mikayla mean?
"who is like God" (from Hebrew). "gift from God" (from Hebrew). Mikayla is a modern American phonetic spelling of Michaela, itself the feminine form of Michael. Michael comes from the Hebrew Mikha'el, a rhetorical question meaning who is like God, implying that no one compares to the divine. This name carries the ancient theological weight of the archangel Michael while wearing a thoroughly modern American spelling.
What is the origin of the name Mikayla?
Mikayla has Hebrew, American, and English origins. In Hebrew, it means "who is like God". In Hebrew, it means "gift from God".
Is Mikayla a boy or girl name?
Mikayla is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #775. As a boy name, it is ranked #7831. Mikayla is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Mikayla?
Mikayla is currently ranked #775 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mikayla?
Common nicknames for Mikayla include Mika, Kayla, and Mickey.
What are good middle names for Mikayla?
Popular middle name pairings include Mikayla Grace, Mikayla Rose, Mikayla Faith, Mikayla Nicole, Mikayla Renee, and Mikayla Lynn.
What are good sibling names for Mikayla?
Names that pair well with Mikayla as siblings include Brianna, Hailey, Tyler, Connor, Kylie, and Jaden.
How many syllables does Mikayla have?
Mikayla has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Mikayla a common or rare name?
Mikayla is moderately common, ranked #775 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
About the Name Mikayla
Mikayla is a girl name with American, English, and Hebrew origins . The name means "who is like God" in Hebrew .
Is Mikayla a boy or girl name? Mikayla is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #775 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #7,831. Mikayla is more commonly used as a girl name.
Mikayla is currently ranked #775 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Mikayla has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Mikayla include Mika, Kayla, and Mickey. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mikayla include Mikaela, Mika, Mikah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.