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Micah

Boy name · 181 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Micah: 181 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 18 births in 2023.

Micah is a Hebrew name from the Old Testament, derived from the rhetorical question "Mikha'el" meaning "who is like God?" — a shortened form of the longer Michael. The best-known bearer is the biblical prophet Micah, whose book denounces injustice and foretells a future of peace. In modern times, the name is carried by English footballer Micah Richards, a Premier League champion, and American defensive end Micah Parsons. While no major places share the name, it has steadily grown in popularity across Scotland and the English-speaking world since the 1970s, often chosen for its strong biblical roots and soft, melodic sound. A notable

Boy 19 of 52 years

Peak year
202318 babies
Latest (2025)
#3679 babies
Total births
181since 2007
5-year trend
▲ 45%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2023 · 18
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).