Holding steady.
Popularity of Mikhala since 1993
Babies named Mikhala per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 77 |
| 2000s | 50 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mikhala is a creative spelling of Michaela, itself the feminine form of Michael. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1993 and saw its highest usage in 1998, but it has never been common enough to enter the top 1000. The name has remained stable in rarity since its peak, reflecting a preference for more traditional spellings like Michaela or Mikayla. While Mikhala has no strong association with any particular state, it fits within the late 20th-century trend of respelling classic names with an 'h' or 'k' for a distinctive look.
Mikhala is a variant spelling of Michaela, the feminine form of Michael, derived from the Hebrew name מִיכָאֵל (Mikha'el) meaning 'who is like God?' The name Michael appears in the Bible as an archangel, and the feminine form has been used in various cultures since the Middle Ages. This particular spelling emerged in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend toward phonetic and creative spellings of established names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Miki, Mika, Kala, Mickey
Sibling names for Mikhala
Names that share Mikhala's style, for a brother or sister.
