Mikaya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmee-KAH-yah / miːˈkɑːjəJapanese; Hebrew
Meaning
Mikaya (Japanese) - 'child of the future'; Mikaya (Hebrew) - 'who is like God'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, names often reflect positive aspirations and virtues, with 'Mikaya' embodying a hopeful outlook for the future. Hebrew origins suggest a connection to spirituality and divinity, as names in this tradition frequently invoke the presence of God. Both cultures value the significance of names, often choosing them based on their meanings and the qualities they represent.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Mikaya
- Mikayla
International Variants
- Mikaya (Japanese)
- Mikayla (English)
Famous people named Mikaya
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Fictional characters named Mikaya
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mikaya was first seen in the United States in 1990. Mikaya has ranked as high as #1287 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in Texas, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Mikaya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mikaya (2003)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 25 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 26 |
| 2003 | 34 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 29 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2024 | 8 |