Mikhai

“מִיכָאֵל”

Russia origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10501US 2022

7Births / yr

↓Falling

145All-time births

📅 Since 200200

What does Mikhai mean and where does it come from?

Mikhai is a Slavic variant of the name Michael, derived from Hebrew. The name implies a rhetorical question about God, emphasizing humility. It is primarily used in Russian and Ukrainian cultures but can be found in other Slavic regions. Mikhai has various notable bearers, including various saints a

Cultural significance

Mikhai has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Russia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of מִיכָאֵל.

Peak popularity

Reached #6562 in 2012 — currently #10501 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Mikhai?

Mikhai works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Mikhai Grace

How popular is Mikhai right now?

Falling — down 1965 spots — currently #10501 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2022#10501 · Top 7.7%

2005

2010

2015

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#10501	7	▼ down 1965 · -22% births
2015	#8536	9	▲ up 944 · +13% births
2010	#9480	8	▼ down 2872 · -33% births
2005	#6608	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Mikhai

Best Year2005Rank #6608

Peak Count12

Average Rank#8781

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20224 years

The story of Mikhai

Mikhai is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 145 total births recorded, Mikhai remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6608 in 2005, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10501 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Mikhai in 2012:

Jacob Mason Ethan Noah William

💎Mikhai has only 145 total recorded births since 2002 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Mikhai?

Common

MikMiIkhai

What names sound and feel like Mikhai?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Mikhai also consider these

Mikhail

Russia · Who is like

Mihai

Romanian · מִיכָאֵל - Who

Mikai

Japan · beautiful,

Mikhi

Israeli · מִיכָי – Who

Mekhai

Ukraine · Who is like

Micai

China · 美才

Yishai

Israel · gift, present

Ishai

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Mikhai

What does the name Mikhai mean?

Mikhai means "מִיכָאֵל" — a name rooted in Russia tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Mikhai?

Mikhai is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Mikhai have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Mikhai?

Mikhai originates from Russia tradition. Russia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Mikhai trending right now?

Mikhai is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Mikhai a common or rare name?

Mikhai is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.