Mica
Mica is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Who is like God?
Origin and history
Mica is a given name of Hebrew origin, functioning as a variant spelling of Micah or as a short form of Micaiah. In English-speaking countries, it also shares its name with the shiny silicate mineral. Although historically less common than Micah, it sees steady modern use in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
982 babies in the United States have been named Mica since 1880. It ranks #3700 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1791.
States where it is most popular
- CA (60.5 %)
- NC (13.2 %)
- OR (13.2 %)
- WA (13.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 7 |
| 1960-1970 | 36 |
| 1970-1980 | 186 |
| 1980-1990 | 112 |
| 1990-2000 | 103 |
| 2000-2010 | 189 |
| 2010-2019 | 213 |
| 2020-2029 | 136 |
Fun facts
- Mica is also the word for a group of silicate minerals known for their distinct shimmer and cleavage.
- It serves as a simplified alternative spelling to the traditional Biblical name Micah.