"who is like God?"
Origin: Hebrew (Mikha)
Language: English
Micah
Pronunciation: [ m-EYEK-uh ]
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A prophet's question that becomes a child's strength
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"one who resembles God"
Origin: Hebrew (biblical)
Language: English
"who is like God?"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
"one who resembles God"
Origin: Hebrew Mikha'el
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Micah
Micah is a Hebrew name and a contracted form of Micaiah, meaning 'who is like God?' — a rhetorical question expressing that no one can equal the divine. In the Hebrew Bible, Micah is both a prophet who wrote the Book of Micah and several other figures. The name is closely related to Michael (Mikha'el), sharing the same root but asking the question rather than declaring it.
Micah has grown steadily in the United States from the 1990s onward, increasingly chosen by parents who want a biblical name that feels modern and accessible. It benefits from sounding like a fresh alternative to the extremely common Michael while carrying the same spiritual heritage.
The Book of Micah contains one of the Bible's most quoted verses: 'He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.' This gives the name strong moral and ethical resonance across Christian and Jewish communities.
Historical Record
Micah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 115,678 babies have been named Micah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Micah is a steady classic , currently ranked #86 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Micah 6:8 is one of the Bible's most quoted ethical statements: 'Do justice, love mercy, walk humbly'
- Micah is an abbreviation of Micaiah, meaning 'who is like God?' — a rhetorical declaration of God's uniqueness
- The name Micah has been in continuous use since biblical times but only entered the US Top 100 in the 2000s
Micah in Other Languages
Greek
Μιχαίας (Michaias)
Arabic
ميخا
French
Michée
German
Micha
Hebrew
מִיכָה (Micha)
Spanish
Miqueas
Popularity Over Time
#86
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Micah (Prophet)
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8th-century BCE Hebrew prophet and author of the Book of Micah in the Bible, known for his message of justice and mercy
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #86
- Total SSA Count
- 3,909
- Cultural Origins
- English Hebrew American Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Micah
What does the name Micah mean?
"who is like God?" (from Hebrew (Mikha)). "one who resembles God" (from Hebrew (biblical)). "who is like God?" (from Hebrew). "one who resembles God" (from Hebrew Mikha'el). Micah is a Hebrew name and a contracted form of Micaiah, meaning 'who is like God?' — a rhetorical question expressing that no one can equal the divine. In the Hebrew Bible, Micah is both a prophet who wrote the Book of Micah and several other figures. The name is closely related to Michael (Mikha'el), sharing the same root but asking the question rather than declaring it.
What is the origin of the name Micah?
Micah has Hebrew (Mikha), Hebrew (biblical), Hebrew, Hebrew Mikha'el, English, American, and Christian origins. In Hebrew (Mikha), it means "who is like God?". In Hebrew (biblical), it means "one who resembles God". In Hebrew, it means "who is like God?". In Hebrew Mikha'el, it means "one who resembles God".
Is Micah a boy or girl name?
Micah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #86. As a girl name, it is ranked #842. Micah is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Micah?
Micah is pronounced m-EYEK-uh.
How popular is the name Micah?
Micah is currently ranked #86 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Micah?
Common nicknames for Micah include Mike.
What are good middle names for Micah?
Popular middle name pairings include Micah James, Micah John, Micah Alexander, Micah Cole, Micah Thomas, Micah David, and Micah Gray.
What are good sibling names for Micah?
Names that pair well with Micah as siblings include Elijah, Noah, Jonah, Naomi, Ruth, Abigail, and Silas.
How many syllables does Micah have?
Micah has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Micah a common or rare name?
Micah is a very popular name, ranked #86 among boy names in the United States.
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About the Name Micah
Micah is a boy name with English, Hebrew, American, and Christian origins . The name means "who is like God?" in Hebrew (Mikha) .
Is Micah a boy or girl name? Micah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #86 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #842. Micah is more commonly used as a boy name.
Micah is currently ranked #86 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Micah has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-EYEK-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Micah include Mike. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Micah include Micaiah, Mica . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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