Miccah Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MIK-uh //ˈmɪkə//
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Who is like God?
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Miccah is derived from the Hebrew name מִיכָיָה (Mikhaiah), which translates to "who is like Yahweh?" The name is composed of two elements: "mi" meaning "who" and "kha" referring to "like," combined with "Yah," a shortened form of the Tetragrammaton, the biblical name for God. This name has evolved through various linguistic stages, entering the English language primarily through the Latin and Greek translations of the Hebrew Bible.
In the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Old Testament, the name appears as Μιχαίας (Mikhaías), which was later rendered in Latin as Michaia, before being adopted into English biblical texts as Micah or Miccah. Historically, the name Micah is associated with a significant biblical figure, the prophet Micah, who lived during the 8th century BCE.
He is known for his prophecies concerning the destruction of Jerusalem and the eventual restoration of Israel, as recorded in the Book of Micah in the Old Testament. This text is notable for its social justice themes and the famous verse that calls for the practice of justice, mercy, and humility.
The Book of Micah has been influential in both Jewish and Christian traditions, contributing to the name's enduring legacy. Culturally, the name Miccah carries connotations of faithfulness and devotion, reflecting the attributes associated with the biblical prophet.
It has been embraced in various religious contexts, symbolizing a connection to divine authority and moral integrity. The name's historical roots and its association with a prominent biblical figure have helped maintain its significance across generations, making it a name of considerable cultural resonance.
The diminutive form "Micky" has also been used in some contexts, although it is less common.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Miccah was first seen in the United States in 1993.
Miccah has ranked as high as #19773 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Miccah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Miccah is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Miccah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Miccah.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2018 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2016 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 2013 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2012 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 2007 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2000 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1993 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for Miccah
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