Declining since 1998.
Popularity of Micayla since 1980
Babies named Micayla per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 61 |
| 1990s | 1,145 |
| 2000s | 1,011 |
| 2010s | 350 |
| 2020s | 30 |
Meaning & origin
Micayla is a modern American name that first entered the U.S. Social Security records in 1980. It experienced a surge in popularity during the 1990s, peaking in 1997, before entering a sustained decline from 1998 onward. The name is part of a broader trend of names ending in '-ayla' such as Kayla and Makayla. While its exact etymology is debated, it is likely a creatively spelled variant of Michaela or a blend of the popular prefix Mi- with Kayla. Micayla has not ranked among the top 1000 names in recent years, and its one-in-N ratio reflects its relative rarity. No state has reported top-usage numbers for this name, underscoring its widespread but low-frequency use across the country.
Micayla is a modern American coinage, likely created by blending the popular prefix Mi- with the name Kayla, or as a respelling of Michaela, the feminine form of Michael. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1980 and peaked in popularity in 1997, reflecting a broader trend of invented names ending in -ayla.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mica, Kay, Kayla, Mic
Sibling names for Micayla
Names that share Micayla's style, for a brother or sister.
