UK boy's name
Mikie
A diminutive variant of the masculine name Michael, derived from Hebrew meaning "who is like God".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mikie is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Mikie popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3300, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 7 births.
This profile covers 32 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 1996 to 2011. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 71% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 32 living people in the UK are called Mikie. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2012 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mikie ranked #3300 for boys in England and Wales in 2011, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 7 boys were registered as Mikie.
- • About 32 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mikie as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3300
2011
Births in 2011
5
Latest year
Peak year
2006
7 births
Estimated living
32
2026
Meaning
What does Mikie mean?
Mikie is a given name with origins tracing back to the ancient Greek language. Derived from the Greek name Mikail, which means "one who is like God," Mikie has been a popular name for centuries across various cultures and regions.
The earliest recorded use of the name Mikie dates back to the Byzantine Empire, where it was commonly used among Eastern Orthodox Christians. In the 4th century, there is mention of a Saint Mikie, a revered figure in the Orthodox church, who was known for his charitable works and devotion to the faith.
As the Byzantine Empire expanded, the name Mikie spread to other parts of Europe and the Middle East. In the 8th century, there was a notable figure named Mikie ibn Abd al-Malik, a renowned Arabic scholar and philosopher, who contributed significantly to the field of mathematics and astronomy.
During the Renaissance period, the name Mikie gained popularity in Italy, where it was often spelled as "Michio" or "Michelangelo." One of the most famous bearers of this name was the legendary artist Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564), whose masterpieces, such as the Sistine Chapel and the statue of David, are considered some of the greatest works of art in human history.
In the 16th century, the name Mikie found its way to England, where it was anglicized to "Michael." One of the most notable figures with this name was Michael Faraday (1791-1867), the renowned English scientist whose groundbreaking work in the field of electromagnetism laid the foundations for modern electrical technology.
Another famous bearer of the name Mikie was the Russian writer Mikhail Lermontov (1814-1841), who is considered one of the most influential figures in Russian literature. His novel "A Hero of Our Time" is regarded as a classic work that explored the complexities of human nature and societal norms.
Throughout history, the name Mikie has been associated with various notable figures, ranging from religious icons to artists, scientists, and writers. Its enduring popularity across different cultures and time periods is a testament to its rich heritage and the diverse individuals who have carried this name with pride and distinction.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mikie over time
The chart below shows babies named Mikie registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2011. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Mikie, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2011, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mikie by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mikie was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #3300 | 5 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3101 | 24 | 5 |
| 1990s | #2863 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Mikie
- Matthew 80,931
- Mohammed 74,321
- Muhammad 72,235
- Max 59,807
- Michael 47,075
- Mason 38,935
- Mohammad 25,910
- Morgan 15,994
- Muhammed 11,527
- Mark 11,336
- Marcus 11,257
- Maxwell 10,006
FAQ
Mikie: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mikie in the UK right now?
In 2011, Mikie was ranked #3300 for boys in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Mikie most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 7 babies registered as Mikie in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mikie?
A diminutive variant of the masculine name Michael, derived from Hebrew meaning "who is like God".
How many people are called Mikie in the UK?
A total of 32 babies have been registered as Mikie across the 7 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.