Micha Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEE-kah / ˈmiːkəHebrew; German; Slavic
Meaning
Hebrew: Who is like God?; German: A form of Michael; Slavic: Variant of Mikhail
Historical & Cultural Background
Micha is a name with roots in several cultures, primarily Hebrew, where it is derived from the name Michael. In Hebrew tradition, Michael is an archangel and a protector. The name has also been adopted in German-speaking countries as a diminutive of Michael. In Slavic cultures, Micha serves as a variant of Mikhail, which is a common name in Russia and other Slavic nations.
Trend Summary
Micha has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mika
- Miche
- Michael
International Variants
- Mika (Japanese)
- Mikhail (Russian)
- Michele (Italian)
- Michał (Polish)
Famous people named Micha
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Fictional characters named Micha
Micha is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', serving as a minor NPC.
Micha is featured in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for being a classmate of the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Micha was first seen in the United States in 1961. Micha has ranked as high as #1307 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in Texas, Louisiana, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and California. In the past 5 years the name Micha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Micha (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 18 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 27 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 25 |
| 1983 | 17 |
| 1984 | 24 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 28 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 36 |
| 2008 | 28 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 39 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 22 |