Mika Unisex

Popularity: #821 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MEE-kah /miːkɑː/

Origin: Japanese; Hebrew

Meaning: Japanese: beautiful fragrance; Hebrew: who is like God?

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Mika has diverse etymological roots, primarily deriving from Hebrew and Japanese. In Hebrew, Mika is a diminutive form of the name Micaiah, which means "who is like Yahweh?" This name appears in the Hebrew Bible, where Micaiah is a prophet mentioned in the Book of Kings.

The name's journey into English likely occurred through the transliteration of biblical texts and the influence of Jewish communities in Europe, particularly during the Middle Ages. In Japanese, Mika can be composed of various kanji characters, with meanings that can include "beautiful fragrance" or "new moon," depending on the characters used.

This dual origin highlights the name's cross-cultural significance and adaptability. Historically, the name Mika has been associated with various notable figures.

In the biblical context, Micaiah's role as a prophet during the reign of King Ahab of Israel (9th century BCE) underscores the name's religious significance. The name has also been adopted in various forms across cultures, including in Scandinavian countries where it is often used as a feminine name derived from the male name Mikael, which means "who is like God?" This connection to divine qualities has contributed to the name's enduring appeal.

Culturally, Mika resonates with themes of beauty and spirituality. In Japan, the name is often given to girls, embodying positive attributes such as grace and elegance.

The name's association with nature, particularly through its meanings related to fragrance and the moon, enhances its cultural significance. Additionally, the use of Mika as a diminutive or affectionate form in various cultures further emphasizes its warmth and familiarity.

Overall, the name Mika reflects a rich tapestry of linguistic and cultural heritage, bridging religious, historical, and aesthetic dimensions.

Famous people named Mika

In this section, you will find notable people named Mika. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Mika who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Mika who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Mika is a singer-songwriter best known for Grace Kelly, Relax, Take It Easy, and Love Today.

Mika Brzezinski is a journalist and television host best known for Morning Joe, Know Your Value, and her work with MSNBC.

Fictional characters named Mika

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Mika is a fictional character from the anime and manga series Seraph of the End. He is a vampire who struggles with his identity and loyalty to his human friends.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Mika, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

MayaMiraMinaMilaMara

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Mika. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

MinaMiraMilaMayaMikaelaMikayla

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Mika was first seen in the United States in 1954.

Mika has ranked as high as #1934 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Washington.

In the past 5 years the name Mika has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Mika is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Mika was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Mika.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 161 34 127
2024 183 44 139
2023 210 49 161
2022 213 47 166
2021 177 38 139
2020 186 28 158
2019 225 50 175
2018 205 30 175
2017 237 34 203
2016 231 48 183
2015 244 43 201
2014 214 34 180
2013 200 31 169
2012 218 35 183
2011 228 43 185
2010 205 23 182
2009 192 44 148
2008 215 39 176
2007 205 39 166
2006 198 39 159
2005 172 24 148
2004 163 38 125
2003 137 16 121
2002 156 38 118
2001 141 20 121
2000 163 33 130
1999 167 20 147
1998 146 28 118
1997 164 19 145
1996 142 17 125
1995 132 17 115
1994 119 13 106
1993 108 18 90
1992 129 8 121
1991 129 17 112
1990 103 20 83
1989 105 14 91
1988 84 12 72
1987 91 13 78
1986 84 9 75
1985 82 10 72
1984 82 7 75
1983 64 10 54
1982 63 11 52
1981 90 8 82
1980 55 8 47
1979 81 8 73
1978 88 12 76
1977 52 8 44
1976 81 11 70
1975 74 9 65
1974 68 16 52
1973 56 10 46
1972 52 6 46
1971 58 5 53
1970 45 0 45
1969 39 10 29
1968 30 7 23
1967 28 5 23
1966 22 6 16
1965 16 8 8
1964 10 0 10
1963 12 5 7
1962 18 5 13
1961 10 0 10
1960 18 11 7
1959 8 0 8
1958 5 0 5
1957 6 0 6
1956 5 0 5
1955 6 0 6
1954 8 0 8

Top States for Mika (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 40
44%
NY 17
19%
TX 13
14%
FL 8
9%
WA 7
8%
GA 5
6%