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Mykhail

mi-HYL

Letters

7

Syllables

2

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

27

Peak Year

#6 in 2008

First Recorded

2008

Style

Classic & Timeless, Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A Ukrainian and Russian form of Michael, derived from Hebrew 'Mikha'el', meaning 'who is like God?'. It signifies divine strength and protection.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Mikhail Gorbachev

    Last leader of the Soviet Union.

  • Mikhail Baryshnikov

    Acclaimed ballet dancer and choreographer.

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Personality Traits

StrongResilientNobleIntellectual

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