Mika
Mika is a girl's name of Japanese origin.
Meaning
Varies by culture; in Japanese often means 'beautiful fragrance' or 'beautiful increase'.
Origin and history
Mika is a short name with multiple independent origins, most prominently Japanese where its meaning varies by the kanji used. It is also used in Scandinavian countries as a short form of Mikael or Mikaela, and in Slavic languages. In the United States, it has grown as a sleek, international feminine name.
Popularity in the United States
6,752 babies in the United States have been named Mika since 1880. It ranks #2055 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1273.
States where it is most popular
- CA (35.4 %)
- TX (12.9 %)
- NY (10.4 %)
- FL (5.9 %)
- WA (4.7 %)
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 | 38 |
| 1960-1970 | 146 |
| 1970-1980 | 570 |
| 1980-1990 | 698 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,162 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,412 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,836 |
| 2020-2029 | 890 |
Famous people named Mika
- Mika Yamamori: Manga Artist, Illustrator
Fun facts
- Mika arose independently in Japan, Finland, and several Slavic regions, making it recognizable worldwide.
- In Japanese, the name can be written using different kanji combinations, changing its explicit meaning.