Mica
Fact sheet
- Name
- Mica
- Gender
- Boy name
- Origin
- Ancient Hebrew
- Syllables
- 2
Mica is both a male and a female short form of the name Michael and Michaela.
What does the name Mica mean?
The name Mica serves as a short form for Michael and Michaela and has its roots in Ancient Hebrew. It translates to 'Who is like God?'. In its male form, Mica is a variant of Micah and Mika, while as a girl's name, it represents a feminine form of Micah and is also used as a short form of the Spanish variant Micaela. Additionally, it can be seen as a short form of the Latin term Amica, which means 'the friend'.
Where does the name Mica come from?
Ancient Hebrew
How do you pronounce Mica?
The pronunciation of Mica is two syllables and features a gentle structure. In the German language, the name is usually pronounced as 'Mi-ka' [ˈmiːka], with the long I sound contributing to a bright tone. The clear K connection provides a distinct inner structure, while the open 'a' at the end harmoniously rounds off the sound. Mica conveys a friendly and modern impression - light, present, and balanced.
When is the name day of Mica?
The most important name day for Mica falls on September 29.
Popularity
In Germany, Mica is among the popular first names and currently ranks 1,154th on the list of most common male baby names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2007 when it reached 499th place. Over the last ten years, Mica has been given as a first name about 400 times, placing it 1,011th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 1,041st.
Nicknames & pet names
Micky
Similar first names
Famous people
- Cameron Mica Boyce (actor (Jessie, Grown Ups...))
- Mica Javier (singer from the Philippines)
- Mica Mosbacher (American writer)
- Mica Paris (British singer)
- Mica Roberts (American singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Mica
What is the origin of the name Mica?
Mica has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and is closely related to the biblical name Mikha'el, which is composed of the elements mî (who), kə (like), and el (God).
What does the name Mica mean?
The name Mica is considered a short form of Michael and Michaela and translates to 'Who is like God?'.
How popular is the name Mica?
The name Mica is currently less common, but it is enjoying growing popularity, especially as a modern variant of traditional names.