Mikey

Meaning of Mikey

Mikey, traditionally assigned to boys, originates as the diminutive form of Michael, a Hebrew name meaning “Who is like God?”. While historically appearing mainly as an affectionate nickname, it has been embraced as a standalone given name in Anglo-American contexts. Statistical records show that its use has been steady but modest throughout the 20th and 21st centuries—hovering between roughly the 600th and 900th ranks nationally and registering around thirty to fifty births annually, including 42 newborns in 2024 (rank 882). The name projects an informal, affable character, reinforced by pop-culture nods such as the 1970s cereal advertisement catchphrase “Hey, Mikey—he likes it!” and typically suggests an energetic, easygoing persona. In this way, Mikey balances historical resonance with casual familiarity.