“A variant of Michaela, which means 'who is like God?'”
American origin · Girl name
♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls
#8339US 2023
13Births / yr
↑Rising
2.4kAll-time births
📅 Since 198400.01% of births at peak
How to pronounce Mikaila
MEE·kuh·EE·luh
/ˈmiː.kə.ˈiː.lə/ · stress on MEE · 4 syllables
“A variant of Michaela, which means 'who is like God?'”
American origin · Girl name
What does Mikaila mean and where does it come from?
Mikaila is an alternative spelling of Michaela, which has Hebrew origins (מִיכָאֵל) and translates to 'who is like God?'. The name has gained a foothold in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century, influenced by popular culture and trends favoring unique spellings of traditional name
Cultural significance
Mikaila has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of michaela, which means 'who is like god?'.
Rising fast — up 4790 spots — currently #8339 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1985–2023#8339 · Top 6.2%
1985
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Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#8339
13
▲ up 4790 · +86% births
2022
#13129
7
▼ down 3771 · -36% births
2021
#9358
11
▼ down 254
2020
#9104
11
▼ down 5156 · -71% births
2015
#3948
38
▼ down 1125 · -39% births
2010
#2823
62
▼ down 902 · -39% births
2005
#1921
101
▼ down 478 · -21% births
2000
#1443
128
▼ down 63 · +7% births
1995
#1380
120
▲ up 1979 · +264% births
1990
#3359
33
▲ up 3086 · +200% births
1985
#6445
11
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Mikaila
1995Rank #1380
128
#5568
↘Falling
1985 - 202311 years
The story of Mikaila
Mikaila is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1984. With 2,351 total births recorded, Mikaila remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6445 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8339 in 2023.
Mikaila means "A variant of Michaela, which means 'who is like God?'" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Mikaila?
Mikaila is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Mikaila have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Mikaila?
Mikaila originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Mikaila?
Mikaila is a four-syllable name pronounced M IY1 K AH0 IY1 L AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Mikaila?
Mikaila pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Mikaila
For a sister
Mikaila & Avery♡
Mikaila & Ivy♡
Mikaila & Willow♡
Mikaila & Zoey♡
For a brother
Mikaila & Oliver♡
Mikaila & Elijah♡
Mikaila & Hudson♡
Mikaila & Ethan♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2023
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#8339
🇬🇧 UK
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🇨🇦 Canada
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🇦🇺 Australia
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