Declining since 2012, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Mikhai since 2002
Babies named Mikhai per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 64 |
| 2010s | 81 |
| 2020s | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Mikhai is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2002. It likely derives from Michael or Mikhail, but its exact origin is uncertain. The name reached its peak popularity in 2012, but has since been in decline. In 2025, only about 1 in 284,679 boys were named Mikhai, placing it at rank 10,695. While it has no strong association with any particular state, its usage pattern suggests a creative, individualized choice rather than a traditional favorite.
Mikhai first appeared in U.S. records in 2002. It is likely a respelling or variant of Michael (Hebrew 'Who is like God?') or its Russian form Mikhail, adapted to a more phonetic spelling. The name has seen scattered use, with a peak in 2012, suggesting it may be a creative modern coinage rather than a traditional name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mike, Mik
Sibling names for Mikhai
Names that share Mikhai's style, for a brother or sister.
