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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Mihai

Who is like God?

Pronunciation: mee-HY (/miˈhaɪ/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 55
Meaning
Who is like God?
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
5
Lucky Day
(Monday)
Lucky Stone
Sapphire
Life Path
2
Popularity Score
55
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: BlueWhite

What does Mihai mean?

Mihai is a Romanian name derived from the Old Romanian word 'Mihaiu', which means 'Who is like God?' or 'The gift of God'. It is also associated with the biblical prophet Micah.

Mihai in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
מיחאי
מלך רב הכבוד, נסיך נאמן
Greek
Μιχάι
μελγξρσ πεσπαπλης
Latin
Mihai
rex magnus habens honorem, princeps fidelis
English
Mihai
king of great honor, faithful prince

How to pronounce Mihai

English pronunciation
mee-HY
Biblical pronunciation
mee-HY
IPA notation
/miˈhaɪ/

Numerology & personality

Mihai is a creative and sensitive person who values intuition and emotions.

Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual & cultural context

A reminder of God's presence and power.

Mihai is a name deeply rooted in Romanian history and culture. It is one of the most popular given names in Romania, and is traditionally associated with the country's national hero, Mihai Vodă, who played a pivotal role in the defense of Romania against foreign invasions in the late Middle Ages. Mihai is also the name of several notable Romanian figures in various fields, such as Mihai Eminescu, the national poet, and Mihai Region, which is one of the historical regions of Romania.

Popularity of Mihai by region

Region Country Score Year
United States US 42 2024
Germany DE 64 2024
Italy IT 55 2024
Brazil BR 64 2024

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Frequently asked questions about Mihai

What does Mihai mean?
Mihai is a Romanian name that means 'Who is like God?' or 'The gift of God'.
Is Mihai a Christianity name?
Yes, Mihai is a Christian name with deep religious significance.
How to pronounce Mihai?
The name Mihai is pronounced as 'me-hi-ey'.
Is Mihai popular today?
Yes, Mihai is still a popular name in many Romanian-speaking communities and beyond.
What is the origin of Mihai?
Mihai is a Romanian name with origins dating back to the Old Romanian language and is associated with the biblical prophet Micah.