Micah
boy name#90 in 2025Micah entered the US charts in 1946, peaked at #86 in 2024, ranks #90 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1946–2025
#90
rank today
#86
peak (2024)
3,817
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3026 |
| 1950s | #1759 |
| 1960s | #724 |
| 1970s | #315 |
| 1980s | #219 |
| 1990s | #223 |
| 2000s | #153 |
| 2010s | #107 |
| 2020s | #94 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Micah has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 117,000 people named Micah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Micah alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Micah in 2025?
- Micah ranks #90 among US boy names in 2025, with 3,817 babies given the name.
- When was the name Micah most popular?
- Micah peaked in 2024, reaching #86 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Micah with classmates?
- Micah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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