The baby name mikala is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced mih-KAY-lah (mɪˈkeɪlə).
mikala is Hebrew in Origin.
The baby name mikala is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced mih-KAY-lah (mɪˈkeɪlə).
mikala is Hebrew in Origin.
Mikala is a modern simplified variant of the feminine forms of Michael - especially Michaela and Micaela - ultimately from Hebrew Mikha'el, meaning “Who is like God?” It appears across languages: Scandinavian records show Mikala/Michala alongside Mikaela, while Spanish and Portuguese prefer Micaela. In Hawaiian contexts, Mikala occurs as an adaptation of Michaela and is occasionally used for males, reflecting the name’s biblical root.
Usage in the English-speaking world rose in the late 20th century, paralleling the popularity of Kayla-based spellings (Mikayla, Makayla). Common variants include Michaela, Micaela, Mikaela, Michala, Mikayla, Makayla, and Mykala; related diminutives are Mika, Miki, and Kayla. Though less common than its counterparts, Mikala offers a streamlined, three-syllable form while preserving the timeless theophoric meaning. The name suits various cultures and remains readily recognizable without being overused.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QA | 0 | #106 | 1 | 7,011 | |
| DK | 0 | #200 | 7 | 5,198 | |
| AO | Girls | 0 | #217 | 1 | 4,575 |
| NA | Girls | 0 | #237 | 1 | 7,146 |
| JM | Girls | 0 | #278 | 1 | 7,507 |
| TW | Girls | 0 | #289 | 1 | 8,139 |
| HR | Girls | 0 | #294 | 1 | 3,687 |
| CZ | Boys | 0 | #305 | 1 | 6,530 |
| DK | Girls | 0 | #313 | 31 | 7,429 |
| PL | Girls | 0 | #364 | 1 | 5,096 |
| IR | Boys | 0 | #565 | 1 | 10,162 |
| CR | Girls | 0 | #568 | 6 | 11,342 |
| AR | Girls | 0 | #630 | 1 | 8,289 |
| HK | Girls | 0 | #648 | 3 | 16,104 |
| NG | Boys | 0 | #998 | 4 | 16,906 |
| PE | Girls | 0 | #1,008 | 3 | 14,861 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #1,013 | 2 | 25,931 |
| MA | 0 | #1,199 | 1 | 20,986 | |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,235 | 2 | 25,928 |
| MX | Girls | 0 | #1,267 | 1 | 17,781 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,691 | 1 | 28,008 |
mikala is popular in 19 countries — most recent births per country:
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