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Maika
Pronounced MY-kah /ˈmaɪ.kɑ/Medium
Meaning: A form of Michael/Micah — from the Hebrew, 'who is like God?'; also a Japanese girls' name; used for both sexes; here for boys; we note the sacred senseLow
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History & Origin
Maika is a form of Michael/Micah — from the Hebrew, 'who is like God?'; it is also a Japanese girls' name (we note the sacred sense). Used for both sexes, here for a boy (slug distinguished; said 'MY-kah').
In the U.S. it appears for both sexes. Rare, who-is-like-God at the root, and classic.
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What does the name Maika mean?
Maika is a form of Michael/Micah — Hebrew 'who is like God?'; used for both sexes; here for a boy. We note the sacred sense.
How do you pronounce Maika?
It's said MY-kah /ˈmaɪ.kɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Maika a boy or girl name?
Maika is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.
How popular is Maika?
Maika is a very rare name in the U.S.