"who is like God?"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Micha
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An ancient Hebrew question that answers itself with divinity
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Meaning & Origin
"one who resembles God"
Origin: Biblical Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Micha
Micha is a Hebrew name derived from the question Mikha-el meaning who is like God? — a rhetorical question implying the answer is no one. It is closely related to Michael and Micah, names that have been borne by prophets, angels, and kings throughout Judeo-Christian tradition. The shorter form Micha has been used in German-speaking and Dutch communities as an informal form of Michael for centuries.
Micha is common in German-speaking countries and the Netherlands as a short form of Michael. In the United States and United Kingdom, the similar spelling Micah has gained popularity in recent decades as a Biblical name with a gentle but masculine sound. Micha offers this same appeal with a slightly more European feel.
In the Hebrew Bible, Micah was a prophet from the 8th century BC whose book is one of the twelve minor prophets. In Jewish and Christian traditions, the name carries the weight of prophetic heritage. Michael, the archangel whose name shares this root, makes the name family even more prominent across world religions.
Historical Record
Micha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1961.
Over 1,146 babies have been named Micha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Micha is past its peak , currently ranked #4,607 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Biblical prophet Micah predicted that the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem, a prophecy referenced in the Gospel of Matthew
- Michael, from the same Hebrew root as Micha, has been the most popular name in many countries for decades
Micha in Other Languages
Dutch
Micha
Greek
Μιχά
German
Micha
Hebrew
מִיכָה
Popularity Over Time
#4,607
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1977
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Micha Barton
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1986
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One of the twelve minor prophets of the Hebrew Bible, who preached justice and foretold the birth of the Messiah in Beth...
One of the twelve minor prophets of the Hebrew Bible, who preached justice and foretold the birth of the Messiah in Bethlehem
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,607
- Total SSA Count
- 22
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Jewish German Dutch American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Mi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Micha
What does the name Micha mean?
"who is like God?" (from Hebrew). "one who resembles God" (from Biblical Hebrew). Micha is a Hebrew name derived from the question Mikha-el meaning who is like God? — a rhetorical question implying the answer is no one. It is closely related to Michael and Micah, names that have been borne by prophets, angels, and kings throughout Judeo-Christian tradition. The shorter form Micha has been used in German-speaking and Dutch communities as an informal form of Michael for centuries.
What is the origin of the name Micha?
Micha has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, Jewish, German, Dutch, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "who is like God?". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "one who resembles God".
Is Micha a boy or girl name?
Micha is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4607. As a girl name, it is ranked #36220. Micha is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Micha?
Micha is currently ranked #4607 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Micha?
Popular middle name pairings include Micha James, Micha David, Micha John, Micha Thomas, Micha Lee, Micha Aaron, and Micha Benjamin.
What are good sibling names for Micha?
Names that pair well with Micha as siblings include Elijah, Noah, Isaiah, Jonah, Naomi, Ruth, Esther, and Hannah.
How many syllables does Micha have?
Micha has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Micha a common or rare name?
Micha is an uncommon name, ranked #4607 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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Are there other spellings for Micha?
About the Name Micha
Micha is a boy name with Hebrew, Jewish, German, Dutch, and American origins . The name means "who is like God?" in Hebrew .
Is Micha a boy or girl name? Micha is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,607 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #36,220. Micha is more commonly used as a boy name.
Micha is currently ranked #4,607 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Micha has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Micha include Mi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Micha include Michael, Micheal, Michelangelo, Michel, Michoel . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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