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Mika

Mika is a unisex name of Japanese origin meaning “beautiful fragrance; who is like God.” In Japanese, Mika (美香) combines 'mi' (beautiful) and 'ka' (fragrance).

how do you pronounce Mika?

MEE-kah

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what does Mika mean?

The name Mika means “beautiful fragrance; who is like God.” It comes from the Japanese language tradition.

In Japanese, Mika (美香) combines 'mi' (beautiful) and 'ka' (fragrance). It also functions as a Finnish diminutive of Michael (meaning 'who is like God'). The name's cross-cultural appeal has spread it globally.

who are famous people named Mika?

  • Mika (Lebanese-British singer)
  • Mika Häkkinen (Finnish F1 driver)
  • Mika Nakashima (Japanese actress)

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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial

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