Michiah, of Hebrew origin, is derived from the name Michael, which means "who is like God?" In its simplest form, Michiah offers a unique yet familiar sound, blending the essence of classic names with a modern twist. With three syllables and ending in 'ah', it follows the trend of popular contemporary names like Sophia or Amelia. It's not surprising that Michiah has gained popularity in recent years due to its musicality and distinctive character.
The name Michiah saw its peak popularity between 2004 and 2008 with 12 births occurring in 2004 and a steady rate of 8 births annually from 2007 to 2009. However, it has been declining since then, with only 6 or 7 births per year between 2010 and 2012. Overall, there were 88 babies named Michiah from 2001 to 2012.