Mica
Girl name · 18 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Mica: 18 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1991.
Mica is most often a Scottish and English variant of the biblical name Micah, which comes from the Hebrew Mikha’el, meaning “who is like God?” – a rhetorical question that acknowledges God’s uniqueness. While it can also be a feminine spelling of Michael, or refer to the shimmering mineral mica (from Latin micare, “to shine”), the name’s use in Scotland leans heavily on the Hebrew origin. Notable bearers include singer Mica Paris, known for her soulful 1980s hits, and composer Mica Levi, celebrated for their bold film scores. The name shares its root with the prophet Micah, but no major places are named after it. A versatile, unisex choice, Mica offers a fresh alternative to the more common Micah while keeping the same soft, melodic sound.
Girl 6 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19913 babies
- Latest (2000)
- #6293 babies
- Total births
- 18since 1991
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y