Miesha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Miesha is a name of Slavic origin, meaning 'who is like God'. It evolved from the traditional name Mikhail, through the diminutive Misha. The name is associated with traits of creativity and individuality, and it does not have a specific biblical relevance. Miesha became popular in the late 20th century and has variants such as Misha and Mikhail.
The name Miesha is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Miesha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Miesha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2321st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1553rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5293rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8892nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Miesha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Miesha"
Pronunciation
/ˈmiːʃə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
Miesha is derived from the Slavic name Misha, which is a diminutive form of Mikhail, meaning 'who is like God'.
Meaning
Who is like God
Language Evolution
Mikhail, Misha, Miesha
Historical Usage
Miesha gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a modern variant of traditional Slavic names.
Variants & Derivatives
Misha, Mikhail, Mishaela
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Miesha is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Miesha Tate - American mixed martial artist and former UFC Women's Bantamweight Champion, Miesha Johnson - American actress known for her work in independent films
📊 Miesha Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Miesha Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 187 peak births in 1991
Geographic Spread
Popular across 21 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Miesha"
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 "Miesha"
"Miesha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2321st of 19264 | 558 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1553rd of 27321 | 1,469 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5293rd of 35406 | 383 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8892nd of 30306 | 142 |
Regional Popularity of "Miesha" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Miesha" 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) |
74.91% 2200th/2937 |
83.15% 2896th/3483 |
75.78% 2666th/3518 |
27.92% 1129th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
38.64% 1424th/3685 |
70.15% 3139th/4475 |
24.95% 1296th/5194 |
28.13% 1777th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
- |
59.18% 4328th/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Miesha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Miesha" 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.