Mikayla
girl name#746 in 2025Mikayla entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #82 in 1998, ranks #746 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1970–2025
#746
rank today
#82
peak (1998)
364
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #6745 |
| 1980s | #2580 |
| 1990s | #295 |
| 2000s | #146 |
| 2010s | #329 |
| 2020s | #661 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mikayla has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 56,000 people named Mikayla are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mikayla alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mikayla in 2025?
- Mikayla ranks #746 among US girl names in 2025, with 364 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mikayla most popular?
- Mikayla peaked in 1998, reaching #82 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mikayla with classmates?
- Mikayla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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