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micah

/ MY-kah /

unisex

Meaning

Who is like the Lord?

Origin

Hebrew

Micah is a biblical Hebrew name, a shortened form of Micaiah. In the Old Testament, Micah was a prophet who authored the Book of Micah. While traditionally a male name, its soft sound ending in 'ah' has led to its increasing use for girls. It is a gentle, spiritual choice that feels both ancient and contemporary.

Personality Distribution

MBTI Profile

Approximate distribution among people named micah.

NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers
INFJ
16.8%
INFP
14.5%
ISFJ
12.1%
ENFJ
10.45%
ISFP
9.1%
ENFP
8.75%
INTJ
7.6%
INTP
6.1%
ISTJ
4.3%
ISTP
3.9%
ESFJ
2.5%
ENTJ
1.7%
ENTP
1.4%
ESFP
0.5%
ESTP
0.2%
ESTJ
0.1%

Cultural Context

Cultural Notes

Micah is perceived as 'spiritual' and 'kind.' It has a melodic, thoughtful sound. It is favored by parents looking for a biblical name that is slightly less common than Noah or Jacob but carries the same rhythmic beauty.

Notable People

Famous Bearers

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Micah Richards

English former professional footballer and sports broadcaster (b. 1988)

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Micah Parsons

Professional NFL linebacker (b. 1999)

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Micah Stephen Williams

American actor known for Disney Channel roles (b. 1991)

Sibling Names

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