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Mischa

Girl name · 40 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Mischa: 40 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 12 births in 2008.

Mischa is a name of Slavic origin, most commonly a diminutive of Mikhail (the Russian form of Michael) meaning “who is like God?” It can also stem from Maria, in which case it carries the meaning “beloved” or “star of the sea.” The name is famously shared by actress Mischa Barton, known for her role in *The O.C.*, and by Russian-born actor Mischa Auer, a Hollywood character star of the 1930s. As a variant of Michael, it shares etymological roots with countless places named after the archangel, from Mont Saint-Michel to San Miguel. Though unisex

Girl 7 of 52 years

Peak year
200812 babies
Latest (2012)
#8153 babies
Total births
40since 2005
5-year trend
▼ 7%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2008 · 12
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).