Miko
Fact sheet
- Name
- Miko
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Miko is a male Finnish short form of Mikko and Mikael, all of which have their origins in the Nordic versions of the biblical name Michael. This, in turn, comes from the ancient Hebrew Mikha'el (מִיכָאֵל).
What does the name Miko mean?
Miko is regarded as a male first name, whose Finnish short form is derived from Mikko and Mikael. All these names are Nordic variations of the biblical Michael, which traces back to the Ancient Hebrew Mikha'el (מִיכָאֵל). The literal translation of the name is "Who is like God?". The elemental parts of the name come from Ancient Hebrew: mî (מִי) for "who", ḵā (כְּ־) for "like", and ʾēl (אֵל) for "God". In Japanese, Miko can also be interpreted as "the child of God", "the beautiful child", or "the radiant child", derived from the Kanji characters mi (美) for "beautiful" or mi (光) for "light, radiance" and ko (子) for "child". Furthermore, there are about 70 other combinations that yield different meanings of the name. In Indigenous American culture, Miko stands for "the peace chief". The biblical name is widely used in Christian tradition and is mentioned in the Bible (Daniel 12:1) as one of the four archangels. Variants include Mickael, Michalis, Michalakis, Micaiah, Michaud, Micha, Micah, Mical, Michelino, Meical, Michi, Minko, Micheal, Micheale, Mitchell, Mitch, Mico, and Mischka.
Where does the name Miko come from?
Miko has its roots in Ancient Hebrew, where it carries the meaning "Who is like God?".
How do you pronounce Miko?
The pronunciation of Miko is clear and melodic. The name is two syllables and is primarily pronounced as "Mi-ko" [ˈmiːko]. It begins with a long I sound that radiates brightness. The strong k gives a clear impetus, while the ending "-o" leads to a gentle conclusion. Miko conveys a harmonious and modern impression – a name that embodies both clear lines and a gentle strength.
When is the name day of Miko?
The name days for Miko are March 8, April 6, and September 29.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Miko enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 678th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best ranking was in 2015, when it reached 336th place. Over the last ten years, the name Miko has been given about 1,300 times, placing it 448th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 490th.
Nicknames & pet names
Micki / Mii / Mik / Miki / Mikolino / Mikolito / Mikóś / Mixi
Similar first names
Maic
Famous people
- Miko Albornoz (Swedish footballer)
- Miko Ardianto (Indonesian football player)
- Miko Golubovic (American basketball player)
- Miko Hughes (American actor)
- Miko Kurowski (Polish bishop)
- Miko Lim (photographer from America)
- Miko Malberg (swimmer from Estonia)
- Miko Malkamaki (Finnish ice hockey player)
- Miko Marks (American musician)
- Miko Mayama (American actor)
- Miko Mission (Italian singer)
- Miko Weaver (American guitarist)
Frequently asked questions about the name Miko
What is the origin of the name Miko?
Miko has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and also has Japanese origins. In Finland, it is a short form of Mikko and Mikael, while in Indigenous American culture it stands for 'the peace chief'.
What does the name Miko mean?
The meaning of Miko is derived from Ancient Hebrew and means 'Who is like God?'. In Japanese, Miko can be interpreted as 'the child of God', 'the beautiful child', or 'the radiant child'.
How popular is the name Miko?
Miko is a modern and international name that is appreciated in various cultures; however, its popularity and usage vary depending on region and cultural background.