How Many People Are Named Mishka?
Complete statistics for the name Mishka: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Mishka means 'bear' in Russian, making it a cozy and cuddly choice. Only 733 people named Mishka live in the US today, which means 1 in 450,218 Americans have this name. The majority, 99%, are under 30, showing it's a truly modern name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People named Mishka have a life path number 7, symbolizing introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 10All 738 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: 2019Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Mishka Through the Generations
Mishka has seen a steady rise in popularity since its peak in 2019 when 80 babies were given this name. Today, most Mishkas are young, with 727 under 30 years old, and only 11 between 30 and 60. This name is very rare and is mostly found among younger generations, indicating it's a relatively new addition to the American naming landscape.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Mishka's Russian roots
📄 About the Name Mishka
How Many People Have the Name Mishka?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 733 people in the United States currently share the name Mishka. That works out to roughly 1 in every 450,218 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Mishka a Common or Rare Name?
Mishka 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 Mishka Mean?
Mishka means "bear" and comes from Russian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Mishka in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Mishka Most Popular?
The name Mishka reached peak popularity in 2019, with 80 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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 Mishka?
Approximately 733 people named Mishka live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 738. That works out to roughly 1 in 450,218 Americans.
Is Mishka a rare name?
Mishka is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 450,218 Americans has this name.
What does the name Mishka mean?
Mishka means "bear" and comes from Russian origins.
Is Mishka more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Mishka are male and 100% are female.
When was Mishka most popular?
Mishka peaked in 2019 with 80 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.