Micha Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEE-kah / ˈmiː.kəHebrew; German; Slavic
Meaning
Hebrew: Who is like God?; German: A form of Michael; Slavic: A diminutive of Michaela
Historical & Cultural Background
Micha is a feminine form of the name Michael, which has biblical origins. In Hebrew tradition, Michael is an archangel and a protector. The name has been used in various cultures, including German and Slavic, where it often appears as a diminutive. Its popularity has fluctuated over the years, reflecting broader naming trends.
Trend Summary
Micha has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mika
- Michaela
International Variants
- Micha (German)
- Mika (Japanese)
- Michaela (English)
Famous people named Micha
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Fictional characters named Micha
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Micha was first seen in the United States in 1955. Micha has ranked as high as #1189 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. In the past 5 years the name Micha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Micha (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 20 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 33 |
| 1978 | 25 |
| 1979 | 21 |
| 1980 | 24 |
| 1981 | 30 |
| 1982 | 20 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 30 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 30 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 38 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 30 |
| 1994 | 32 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 31 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 28 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |