Mihai: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: m-eeh-ah-ee
Origin: Israel
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Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: Who is like god

Mihai is a Romanian given name and surname that translates to "Michael" in English. It is derived from the Hebrew name Michael, meaning "who is like God. " The name has been significant in various cultures, including Jewish, and Islamic communities. It has been used as both a first name and a surname, reflecting its deep roots in religious and cultural heritage. Over time, the use of the name has remained consistent in Romania and other Eastern European countries, where it is often associated with strong historical figures and cultural icons.

Mihai Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Mihai is currently #25438 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Mihai is currently #10829 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Mihai is currently #12434 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Mihai is currently #5329 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Mihai is currently #12824 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Mihai is currently #5512 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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