Mikhail: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Mikhail · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Mikhail: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Who is like God»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Hebrew
Popularity
100 out of 100
Where Mikhail is popular
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About the Name Mikhail
Mikhail is a boy's name with Hebrew roots, traditionally understood to mean "Who is like God." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced Mikhail, Mikhail runs to 2 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Mikhail is usually used in full, without a common nickname. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Михаил.
Today Mikhail is a very popular choice, scoring 100 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as faith.
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Variants & Related Spellings
FAQ
What does the name Mikhail mean?+
The name Mikhail means "Who is like God".
What is the origin of the name Mikhail?+
Mikhail is a name of Hebrew origin.
Is Mikhail a girl or boy name?+
Mikhail is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Mikhail?+
Mikhail is pronounced Mikhail (2 syllables).
Is Mikhail a popular name?+
Mikhail is a very popular choice, scoring 100 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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