Myka is an alternative spelling of Micah. However, while Micah is usually thought of as a name for baby boys, Myka is used almost exclusively for baby girls. Either way, both versions of the name are derived from the Hebrew name Michael. Micah has been flirting with the list of the top 100 baby names for boys in the United States for about a decade now, coming close at number 107 in 2021. For this reason, we think Myka could easily become a more popular name for girls over the next decade. Pair it with both classic and trendy middle names.
Meaning of the name Myka:
Hebrew: Who is like God?
Origin of the name Myka:
Myka is a derivative of the biblical and Hebrew name Michael. When you break down the spelling of the name Michael, it actually asks “Who is like God?” The question, of course, is rhetorical, because no one is like God to people of faith.
Symbolism of the name Myka:
Myka may offer some symbolism to new parents of faith who find it in the meaning “Who is like God?” It is also a great choice to honor a loved one named Michael.
Style of the name Myka:
Modern, trendy
Gender of the name Myka:
Boys/Girls though this spelling is used almost exclusively for girls
Pronunciation of the name Myka:
MIKE-ah
Number of syllables in the name Myka:
Two
Emotion evoked from the name Myka:
The baby name Myka evokes images of someone who is passionate about many causes and always willing to go for what she wants.
Alternative spellings for the name Myka:
Nicknames for the name Myka:
- Mike
- Mikey
Popularity of the name Myka:
According to the Social Security Administration, Myka has never been a top 1,000 baby name for boys or girls in the United States.
Related names for the name Myka:
Great middle names for Myka and their meanings:
- Alice (noble)
- Claire (bright, clear)
- Mae (pearl)
- Pearl (smooth round bead)
- Jane (God is gracious)
- Louise (famous warrior)
- Victoria (victory)
- Dream (dream)
- Grace (God's grace)
Famous people with the name Myka:
Myka in popular culture:
- Myka Ophelia Bering (character on the TV show “Warehouse 13”)
- Myka Relocate (electronica and pop band)