Mihai is of Romanian origin and means "gift from God." It is derived from the Romanian word for Michael, which itself has roots in Hebrew, meaning "who is like God?" This first name gained popularity in Romania during the 19th century and has since become a common choice among parents.
"The name Mihai has seen a consistent presence with an average of about 7 births per year over the past two decades, with slight fluctuations and peaks occurring periodically."