Rising since 1988, #2,451 for boys today.
Popularity of Mikko since 1974
Babies named Mikko per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 15 |
| 1980s | 28 |
| 1990s | 72 |
| 2000s | 146 |
| 2010s | 321 |
| 2020s | 272 |
Meaning & origin
Mikko is a Finnish name that entered U.S. records in 1974, reflecting the influence of Finnish immigration. In 2025, it ranked 2451, with 1 in 31,056 boys receiving the name, marking its peak year. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 1988, though it remains rare. Its popularity is most concentrated in Minnesota and Texas, states with notable Finnish American communities. As a short, distinctive name ending in 'o,' Mikko fits a modern preference for crisp, international-sounding names.
Mikko is a Finnish variant or diminutive of Mikael, the Finnish form of Michael. Michael derives from the Hebrew Mikha'el, meaning 'who is like God?' The name has been used in Finland since the Middle Ages, often in honor of the archangel Michael. In Finnish folklore, Mikko is also a common name for a bear.
Where Mikko is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Miku
Variants: Miko
Sibling names for Mikko
Names that share Mikko's style, for a brother or sister.
