Mekhi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mekhi is a Hebrew name meaning 'who is like God?'. It evolved from historical forms such as Micha and Mikha, retaining its biblical essence related to the prophet Micah. The name is often seen as modern and unique, gaining popularity in the late 20th century. It has connections to notable figures in entertainment and sports.
The name Mekhi is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mekhi has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Mekhi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9536th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 512th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 708th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13004th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 25294th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mekhi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mekhi"
Pronunciation
/mɛˈkaɪ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Mekhi is derived from the Hebrew name 'Micha' which means 'who is like God?'. It is often associated with the biblical figure Micah, a prophet in the Old Testament.
Meaning
Who is like God?
Language Evolution
Micha, Mikha, Mekhi
Biblical Background
The name has biblical significance, as it is related to the prophet Micah in the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
Mekhi gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, influenced by cultural figures and the rise of unique names.
Variants & Derivatives
Mekhi, Mekhai, Micaiah
Modern Popularity & Image
Mekhi is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with uniqueness and creativity.
Famous People
Mekhi Phifer, an American actor, Mekhi Becton, an American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mekhi"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Mekhi"
"Mekhi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9536th of 16616 | 37 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 512th of 24088 | 7,800 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 708th of 23106 | 4,337 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13004th of 35406 | 102 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 25294th of 30306 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Mekhi" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
11.81% 541st/4582 |
6.20% 320th/5164 |
6.80% 497th/7313 |
10.77% 804th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
16.79% 669th/3984 |
13.93% 625th/4487 |
8.63% 589th/6822 |
20.01% 1256th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Mekhi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mekhi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mekhi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.