Everything about the name MIKIAS

Meaning, origin, history

Mikias is a name of Ethiopian origin and means "Who is like God?" It is derived from the Semitic root "mica," which signifies comparison or likeness. In Ethiopia, Mikias is often used as a male given name.

The name Mikias has a rich history in Ethiopia. It was borne by several prominent figures throughout the country's history. One notable figure was Emperor Haile Selassie I (1892-1975), whose birth name was Lij Tafari Makonnen. After his coronation, he adopted the title "Haile Selassie," which means "Power of Trinity." However, he was originally known as Mikias when he was a child.

Mikias is also popular in other countries with significant Ethiopian immigrant populations, such as Sweden and the United States. Despite its Ethiopian roots, it has gained international recognition due to its unique sound and meaning.

In summary, Mikias is an Ethiopian name that means "Who is like God?" It has a historical significance in Ethiopia and is gaining popularity worldwide.

Popularity of the name MIKIAS since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

The name Mikias has seen a varied number of births over the past two and a half decades in the United States. Between 1996 and 2022, there have been a total of 114 babies named Mikias born in the U.S.

The highest year for births with the name Mikias was in 2018, with 10 newborns sharing this unique moniker. This is quite an increase from the lowest recorded year, which was 1996 and 2002, each having only 5 births.

There were several years where the number of births stayed consistently around 7 or 8, such as in 2005, 2008, 2009, 2013, and 2015. However, there was a noticeable drop to 6 births in both 2014 and 2016 before rebounding back up to 9 births each in 2012 and 2017.

The most recent data available, from 2022, showed another 6 births for the name Mikias. Overall, while the number of Mikias births has fluctuated over time, it's clear that this name continues to be chosen by parents across the United States.