Mekayla
girl nameMekayla entered the US charts in 1985, peaked at #1443 in 1998, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1985–2025
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rank today
#1443
peak (1998)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #8411 |
| 1990s | #3187 |
| 2000s | #2438 |
| 2010s | #6519 |
| 2020s | #11227 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mekayla has been most popular in FL.
Living bearers
About 1,600 people named Mekayla are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mekayla alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mekayla in 2025?
- Mekayla is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Mekayla most popular?
- Mekayla peaked in 1998, reaching #1443 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mekayla with classmates?
- Mekayla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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