Micahמִיכָה

/MY-kuh/

Hebrew

Micah is a Hebrew baby name pronounced /MY-kuh/. The name asks the rhetorical question, 'Who is like God?'

Meaning of Micah

The name asks the rhetorical question, 'Who is like God?'

It is a shortened form of the Hebrew name Michayahu, which combines 'mi' (who), 'ka' (like), and 'yah' (a reference to the Hebrew God). In the Old Testament, Micah of Moresheth was a minor prophet who authored the Book of Micah, advocating for social justice. While historically masculine, it has gained significant traction as a feminine name in recent decades.

Origin
Hebrew
Pronunciation
/MY-kuh/

Cultural background

Micah is widely used in English-speaking countries and within Jewish and Christian communities globally.

Variations & nicknames

  • Micha
  • Mica
  • Myka
  • Meeka
  • Michayahu
  • Mike

Famous people named Micah

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Micah Richards

    Professional footballer and sports pundit

    Sport · 21st Century

  • Micah Stephen Williams

    American actor known for Disney Channel roles

    Film · 21st Century

  • Micah P. Hinson

    Americana singer-songwriter and guitarist

    Music · 21st Century

  • Micah the Prophet

    Biblical prophet and author of the Book of Micah

    Religion · 8th Century BC

  • Micah Kogo

    Kenyan long-distance runner and Olympic medalist

    Sport · 21st Century

  • Micah Bell

    Antagonist in the video game Red Dead Redemption 2

    Gaming · Modern (Fictional)

Frequently asked about Micah

Is Micah a biblical name?
Yes, Micah is a biblical name belonging to a prophet in the Old Testament who predicted the birth of the Messiah in Bethlehem.
Is Micah a boy or girl name?
Micah is traditionally a masculine name, but it is currently considered unisex and is frequently given to girls, often spelled as Myka or Mica.
Is Micah the same as Michael?
They share the same linguistic root and meaning ('Who is like God?'), but Micah is a distinct name and not merely a nickname for Michael.

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