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Mika Unisex

Popularity: #812 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationMEE-kah / miːkɑː

Japanese; Hebrew

Meaning

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

Historical & Cultural Background

In Japan, Mika is often used as a feminine name and can be associated with beauty and nature. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, including Hebrew-speaking communities, where it carries a significant religious connotation. It has been embraced in Western countries as well, contributing to its multicultural appeal.

Trend Summary

Mika has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Mikaela
  • Mikayla

International Variants

  • Mica (Spanish)
  • Mika (Finnish)
  • Mika (Swedish)

Famous people named Mika

Mika Brzezinski is a journalist and television host known for her work on MSNBC.

Mika Hakkinen is a retired Finnish racing driver who won the Formula One World Championship twice.

Mika Nakashima is a Japanese singer and actress recognized for her contributions to J-pop music.

Mika Salo is a Finnish former Formula One driver who competed in the 1990s and early 2000s.

Fictional characters named Mika

Mika is a character in the anime series 'Seraph of the End,' known for his strong loyalty and complex background.

Mika is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses,' where she plays a role in the game's storyline.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Mika was first seen in the United States in 1954. Mika has ranked as high as #1183 nationally, which occurred in 2017, 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)

Top States for Mika (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 40
51%
NY 11
14%
TX 8
10%
FL 8
10%
WA 7
9%
GA 5
6%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19548
19556
19565
19576
19585
19598
19607
196110
196213
19637
196410
19658
196616
196723
196823
196929
197045
197153
197246
197346
197452
197565
197670
197744
197876
197973
198047
198182
198252
198354
198475
198572
198675
198778
198872
198991
199083
1991112
1992121
199390
1994106
1995115
1996125
1997145
1998118
1999147
2000130
2001121
2002118
2003121
2004125
2005148
2006159
2007166
2008176
2009148
2010182
2011185
2012183
2013169
2014180
2015201
2016183
2017203
2018175
2019175
2020158
2021138
2022166
2023159
2024138