Mikka

Meaning of Mikka

Mikka, pronounced MIH-kah, is most often classed as a Finnish diminutive of Mikaela that ultimately stems from the Hebrew name Michael, meaning “Who is like God?”; some parents, however, borrow the spelling from Japanese Mika, where various kanji offer readings such as “beautiful fragrance” or “new moon.” Despite its Nordic double-k, the name has maintained a modest but steady presence on U.S. birth records since the early 1970s, rarely straying far from the 800–950 range—consistent enough to be spotted, never ambitious enough to start a trend. Pop-culture references are scant, which leaves Mikka refreshingly baggage-free and lets the name’s crisp, two-syllable rhythm carry the day. The result is a compact, cross-cultural choice that feels distinctive yet serviceable—rather like owning a passport you don’t flaunt at parties.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as MIH-kah (/ˈmɪkə/)

• Mika
• Mikki