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).
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how do you pronounce Mika?
MEE-kah
where does the name Mika come from?
Mika has separate origins: a Hebrew one, from Mikah, short for a name meaning who is like Yahweh; a Finnish one, a short form of Michael; and a Japanese one, often written 美香, beautiful 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.
the history of Mika
In Finland Mika began as a short form of Michael in the east of the country and spread nationwide in the second half of the 20th century.
who are famous people named Mika?
- Mika (Lebanese-British singer)
- Mika Häkkinen (Finnish F1 driver)
- Mika Nakashima (Japanese actress)
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what names go well with Mika?
Sibling names that share Mika's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Mika
What does the name Mika mean?
Mika means “beautiful fragrance; who is like God”.
What is the origin of the name Mika?
Mika comes from the Japanese naming tradition.
How popular is the name Mika?
Mika has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Mika a boy or girl name?
Mika is a unisex name, used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Mika?
Mika is pronounced MEE-kah, with 2 syllables.
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