Mikko Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEE-koh / /ˈmɪk.o/Finnish; Estonian
Meaning
Finnish: 'who is like God'; Estonian: 'gift from God'
Historical & Cultural Background
Mikko is a Finnish form of the name Michael, which has biblical origins. It is commonly used in Finland and Estonia. The name has been popular in various forms across different cultures, often associated with religious significance. In Finland, Mikko is often celebrated on the feast day of St. Michael.
Trend Summary
Mikko has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mika
- Mikk
International Variants
- Mikael (Swedish)
- Mikhail (Russian)
- Michele (Italian)
- Mika (Japanese)
Famous people named Mikko
Mikko Koivu is a Finnish professional ice hockey player known for his time with the Minnesota Wild in the NHL.
Mikko Hirvonen is a Finnish rally driver who has competed in the World Rally Championship.
Mikko Leppilampi is a Finnish television presenter and actor recognized for his work in Finnish media.
Mikko Alanne is a Finnish screenwriter and producer known for his contributions to film and television.
Fictional characters named Mikko
Mikko is a character in the animated series 'Moominvalley', known for his adventurous spirit.
Mikko is a character in the video game 'Max Payne 3', serving as a supporting character in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mikko was first seen in the United States in 1974. Mikko has ranked as high as #1310 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Minnesota, California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Mikko has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mikko (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 32 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 38 |
| 2015 | 44 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2017 | 33 |
| 2018 | 42 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 39 |
| 2021 | 53 |
| 2022 | 43 |
| 2023 | 45 |
| 2024 | 36 |