Mekayla
Girl nameMekayla has been given to 1,665 babies in the U.S. since 1985. It peaked in 1998.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
1,665
Peak year
1998 (118 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1985
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Mekayla — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Mekayla.
Sibling name ideas for Mekayla
Same era and popularity as Mekayla, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Mekayla?
Mekayla has been given to 1,665 babies in the U.S. since 1985. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Mekayla peak?
Mekayla peaked in 1998, when 118 babies were given the name.
Is Mekayla a girl or boy name?
Mekayla is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Mekayla are girls).
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