Declining since 2013.
Popularity of Mikhi since 1998
Babies named Mikhi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 101 |
| 2010s | 101 |
| 2020s | 23 |
Meaning & origin
Mikhi is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1998, part of a wave of inventive short names ending in 'ee'. It reached its peak popularity in 2014, though it has been declining since 2013. Despite never ranking among the top 1,000 names, Mikhi reflects a contemporary naming style that favors creative spellings and familiar sounds. Its exact meaning is unclear, as it is likely a respelling or diminutive of established names like Michael or Mickey, making it a flexible choice for parents seeking something unique yet accessible.
Mikhi appears to be a modern coinage, possibly derived as a variant of Mikki (itself a diminutive of Michael) or as a creative respelling of Mickey. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1998, reflecting a trend of inventive, short names ending in an 'ee' sound. The name has never ranked among the top 1,000, remaining a rare choice.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Mikhi
Names that share Mikhi's style, for a brother or sister.
