Misha
- Pronunciation
- [Mi-sha]
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- Variant Of Michael.
- Origin
- French
Misha Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 4,206 baby girls have been named Misha. The name peaked in 1991 with 135 US births that year (rank #1255). In 2024, ranked #2254 nationally — 999 places below its 1991 peak.
Top States for Misha
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Misha births are: California (645), New York (209), Texas (191).
Other French-Origin Names Like Misha
If you like Misha's French origin, consider these related names: Abelia, Abella, Acel, Aceline, Adalene. Browse all French names →
5-Letter Names Starting with M
Names with Misha's exact length and starting letter: Mabel, Mable, Mabon, Mabuz, Mabyn.
Quick Facts About Misha
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mischa | I Think That It Means | Male | Russian |
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Compare Misha to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Misha against today's most popular girls-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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