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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Who is like God? (as a nickname for Michael)
- Origin
- English/Irish (pet form of Michael, from Hebrew)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- MIK
Mick began as an English and Irish pet form of Michael, so it carries the same Hebrew meaning: who is like God? If you like Michael but want something shorter, Mick gives you that meaning in a single syllable. Social Security records show it's been used as a name in its own right, not just a nickname, going back to 1915.
Meaning & Origin of Mick
Meaning: Who is like God? (as a nickname for Michael).
Origin: English/Irish (pet form of Michael, from Hebrew).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Mick
MIKIPA /mɪk/
Popularity of Mick
Mick's popularity peaked in 1957, when 39 boys were given the name and it ranked #1260 nationally. By 2024 it had dropped to #3652, with only 31 babies named Mick that year.
Names Like Mick
These names have followed a similar path to Mick in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Mick mean?
Who is like God? (as a nickname for Michael). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Mick?
Mick is pronounced MIK (IPA: /mɪk/).
Is Mick a popular name right now?
Mick peaked at #1260 in 1957 and is ranked #3652 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1915–2024.)
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