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Mikaia

Gender-neutral name · American

Mikaia is an American gender-neutral name. It has roots in the Bible. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.

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  • Hidden namesLook closely: Mikaia has the name Kaia hiding inside it.
  • Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Mikaia would score 12 points, thanks largely to the K (worth 5).
  • GenerationMikaia peaked in 2004, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Mikaia you'd meet today is about 21 years old.
  • HistoryMikaia first shows up in US birth records in 2003, the first year at least 5 babies got it. That makes it a fairly new name, younger than many of today's parents.
Smiling baby in a grey romper on a fluffy rug
hello, little Mikaia

US births per million girls, 2003–2025

04.5920032022

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Unisex name: AmaiaUnisex name: NaiaUnisex name: MikaUnisex name: MikkoUnisex name: MikeyUnisex name: Mikkel
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Mikaia

Mikaia is a gender-neutral name of American origin. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.

Origin:American names

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Questions about the name Mikaia

What is the origin of the name Mikaia?

Mikaia is American in origin. Other American names to consider are Henry (“ruler of the home”), Lainey (“possibly light”), Maverick (“independent, unbranded”) and Daisy (“day's eye”).

Is Mikaia a boy or girl name?

Both. Mikaia is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.

How popular is the name Mikaia?

Mikaia is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2022. It peaked at #7,391 in 2004, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

Is Mikaia a biblical name?

Yes. Mikaia is a biblical name, so it carries roots that go back thousands of years.

What should I know before naming my baby Mikaia?

Mikaia is an American gender-neutral name. It has roots in the Bible. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.