Makayla

Girl's name

Makayla is a modern variation of the name Michaela, which is a feminine form of the name Michael. It has Hebrew origins and means "Who is like God?"

Meaning Who is like God?
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 556 Falling
Peak year 2008

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Makayla Phillips - Singer, America's Got Talent contestant.
  • Makayla Sault - Activist, fought for indigenous rights.
  • Makayla McMorris - Athlete, basketball player at Rutgers University.
  • Makayla Waterman - Athlete, basketball player at Ohio State University.
  • Makayla Epps - Athlete, basketball player at University of Kentucky.
  • Makayla Lysiak - Actress, known for roles in TV shows.
  • Makayla Cramer - Model, appeared in fashion campaigns.
  • Makayla London - Social media influencer, beauty and lifestyle content.
  • Makayla Tendall - Journalist, reported on various news topics.

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