Michai is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'Who is like God?'. It is a variant spelling of Michael, which has been popular across various cultures due to its biblical significance. In the Bible, Michael is an archangel who fights for the cause of God. The name Michai has been used in several languages and cultures, including Russian, Greek, and Hebrew. It gained prominence during the Middle Ages and has since become a widely recognized name worldwide.
The name Michai has seen a varied trend in popularity over the years, with peaks of 24 births in 2010 and 22 births in both 2009 and 2012, and lower points such as 6 births in 2023. Overall, there were 314 babies named Michai between 2001 and 2023.