US Popularity:1069
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:who resembles God?
Makayla is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin meaning “who resembles God?” Makayla has a number of sisters, including Micaela, Michaela, and Mikayla, who all derive from the name Michael. The honeyed name rolls off the tongue and includes cute off-shoot Kayla for added versatility. Sporting a profound etymology with unassuming qualities, Makayla is a great choice for parents looking for just that.
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Common Nicknames for Makayla

What’s not to like about the name Makayla? We love that it has super-sweet nicknames—and you can find them all below! Whether you’re searching for something soft or playful—or just plain adorable!—you’re going to love the nickname ideas we’ve rounded up for your little one. Take a look at our list of some of the common and cute alternatives for Makayla

How Popular Is The Name Makayla?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Makayla is currently #926 on The Bump
Girl:Makayla is currently #676 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Makayla is currently #1069 in U.S. births
Girl:Makayla is currently #542 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2024
#542
in 2024
- 85
from 2023
In comparison to the previous year's data

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