What is the origin of the name Mikaya?

Mikaya is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Mikaya?

Mikaya is currently ranked #11761 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Mikaya?

Mikaya is pronounced mih-kay-uh.

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GirlHebrew

Mikaya

mih-kay-uh

Popularity

#11761

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

495

Peak Year

#34 in 2003

First Recorded

1990

Style

Spiritual & Biblical, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

This name is likely a variation of Micah, a Hebrew name meaning 'who is like God?'. It can also be linked to Mikaiah.

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Mika Kay

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Numerology

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Nicknames

Mika Kay

Spelling Variations

Micaiah Micah Mikah

Similar Names

Micah Maya Kaya Michaela

Personality Traits

SpiritualCompassionateIntuitiveGentle

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