Holding steady, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Mykai since 2002
Babies named Mykai per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 44 |
| 2010s | 39 |
| 2020s | 44 |
Meaning & origin
Mykai is a modern American name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2002. It reflects the ongoing trend of creative name formation, blending familiar sounds into a distinctive new coinage. The name reached its peak in 2005 with a rank of 8910 and a frequency of 1 in 213,510 births, and has since maintained a stable trajectory. Despite its rarity, Mykai has not been recorded in any specific U.S. states in top rankings. Its etymology is uncertain, but it may be a variant of Mikai or inspired by similar names. Mykai remains an uncommon choice, appealing to parents seeking a unique and modern-sounding name.
Mykai first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2002, reflecting a 21st-century trend of creating distinctive names by combining familiar sounds. It may be influenced by names like Mikai or Mikail, but its exact derivation is unclear. The name has remained in low-frequency use, with a peak rank of 8910 in its debut year 2005 and a trajectory described as stable.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kai
Sibling names for Mykai
Names that share Mykai's style, for a brother or sister.
