Makayla: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced muh-KAY-luh · 3 syllables
Makayla means “who is like God?”, from Hebrew.
A given name from Hebrew, of modern usage, variant of Michaela.
- Meaning
- who is like God?
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- muh-KAY-luh
- US rank (2025)
- #566
- US babies a year
- about 727 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2000
How popular is Makayla?
Makayla was the #566 name in the US in 2025, given to 530 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 79% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2000.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #566 |
| Scotland | #765 |
| Ireland | #588 |
| Canada | #776 |
| Australia | #974 |
How old are people named Makayla?
Half of US adults named Makayla are older than 24; most are between 18 and 32. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Makayla
What does the name Makayla mean?
Makayla means “who is like God?”. It comes from Hebrew.
How do you pronounce Makayla?
Makayla is pronounced muh-KAY-luh.
How popular is the name Makayla?
Makayla was the #566 name in the US in 2025, given to 530 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 79% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2000.
How old are people named Makayla?
Half of US adults named Makayla are older than 24. Most are between 18 and 32.