Mikhailo

“who is like God?”

Ukraine origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7578US 2023

11Births / yr

↓Falling

6All-time births

📅 Since 202000

What does Mikhailo mean and where does it come from?

Mikhailo is a variant of the name Michael, widely used in Ukraine. The name has biblical origins, deriving from the Hebrew name מִיכָאֵל (Mikha'el), which means 'Who is like God?' Mikhailo has historical significance and is common among Orthodox Christian communities. It was first recorded in Easter

Cultural significance

Mikhailo has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ukraine-speaking communities, where it reflects values of who is like god?.

Peak popularity

Reached #11860 in 2020 — currently #7578 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Mikhailo?

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

Mikhailo Grace

How popular is Mikhailo right now?

Falling — down 479 spots — currently #7578 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#7578 · Top 5.6%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7578	11	▼ down 479 · -8% births
2022	#7099	12	▼ down 536 · -8% births
2021	#6563	13	▲ up 5297 · +117% births
2020	#11860	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Mikhailo

Best Year2021Rank #6563

Peak Count13

Average Rank#8275

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Mikhailo

Mikhailo is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2020. With 6 total births recorded, Mikhailo remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11860 in 2020 to #7578 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Mikhailo in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

💎Mikhailo has only 6 total recorded births since 2020 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Mikhailo?

BULGARIAN

Misho

CROATIAN

MihoMijo

DUTCH

Mick

ENGLISH

MickMickeyMickyMikeMikey

What names sound and feel like Mikhailo?

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

Mihailo

Serbia · Who is like

Mykhailo

Ukraine · Who is like

Arabic · The name means

Ivailo

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

How is Mikhailo written in other languages?

Михайло

Ukrainian

Common questions about the name Mikhailo

What does the name Mikhailo mean?

Mikhailo means "who is like God?" — a name rooted in Ukraine 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 Mikhailo?

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

What is the cultural origin of Mikhailo?

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

What sibling names go well with Mikhailo?

Mikhailo pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Ukraine heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Mikhailo trending right now?

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