How Many People Are Named Micha?
Complete statistics for the name Micha: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Rarely heard but uniquely charming, Micha stands out among female names. Only 1 in 146,164 Americans carry this name, making it very rare indeed. With 49% under 30, it's a genuinely modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 31All 2,334 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2001Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Micha Through the Generations
Micha, a name that peaked in popularity in 2001 with 62 births, has seen a steady decline since then. Today, there are 2,258 people named Micha living in the United States, with the majority being between 30 and 60 years old. This age distribution suggests that Micha is a relatively new generation name, with its peak occurring just two decades ago. The fact that almost half of Micha's bearers are under 30 indicates a strong presence among younger individuals, likely due to its modern appeal.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
✨ Similar Names to Micha
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Micha's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Micha
How Many People Have the Name Micha?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 214 people in the United States currently share the name Micha. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,548,828 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Micha a Common or Rare Name?
Micha is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Micha Mean?
Micha means "modern coinage, evokes uniqueness" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Micha in SSA data, approximately 49% are male and 51% are female.
When Was Micha Most Popular?
The name Micha reached peak popularity in 2001, with 62 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Micha?
Approximately 214 people named Micha live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 214. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,548,828 Americans.
Is Micha a rare name?
Micha is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,548,828 Americans has this name.
What does the name Micha mean?
Micha means "modern coinage, evokes uniqueness" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Micha more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 49% of people named Micha are male and 51% are female.
When was Micha most popular?
Micha peaked in 2001 with 62 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.