Mikai
Mikai is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Often interpreted as 'who is like God?' when viewed as a variant of Michael, or 'earth' when derived from Hawaiian Makai.
Origin and history
Mikai is a modern invented name that gained traction in the United States during the late 20th and early 21st centuries. It is often created as a phonetic variant of names like Makai, Micah, or Michael, or influenced by Japanese naming elements. The name remains relatively rare but has seen steady usage for boys in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
762 babies in the United States have been named Mikai since 1880. It ranks #3914 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1770.
States where it is most popular
- FL (37.9 %)
- NY (26.5 %)
- CA (15.9 %)
- PA (8.3 %)
- MD (7.6 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 28 |
| 2000-2010 | 283 |
| 2010-2019 | 294 |
| 2020-2029 | 157 |
Fun facts
- Mikai emerged in late 20th-century U.S. naming trends alongside other rhythmic 'Kai' names.
- Over 150 boys were named Mikai in the United States between 2020 and 2025.