Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • All Collections
      • Census & Voter Lists
      • Birth, Marriage & Death
      • Military
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2006-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Misha

      Origin

      Russian

      Meaning

      Who is like God?

      Variations

      Mishael, Camisha, Aisha
      The name Misha has its origins in Russian, where it is derived from the ancient Hebrew name Michael. In Hebrew, Michael translates to Who is like God? and is considered to be a name of spiritual significance. Over time, this name made its way into the Russian language and underwent a slight modification to become Misha.

      Throughout history, the name Misha has been used in various contexts. It gained popularity in Russia during the 19th and 20th centuries, becoming a common given name for boys. In Russian culture, Misha carries a sense of strength and divinity, reflecting its connection to the Hebrew meaning Who is like God? Many notable individuals throughout history have borne the name Misha, further cementing its significance.

      In modern-day usage, Misha continues to be a widely used name, both in Russia and globally. It has transcended its Russian origins and gained popularity across different cultures and languages. The name's association with spirituality and strength has contributed to its enduring appeal. Misha is frequently used as both a standalone given name and as a diminutive form for longer names such as Mikhail or Michael. Its simplicity and universal appeal make it a favored choice among parents seeking a name that resonates with timeless qualities.

      Based on our records...

      Williams

      Williams

      This is the most common surname associated with Misha.
      John

      John

      This is the most common name of those married to a Misha.
      Barbara

      Barbara

      This is the most common name for a child of a Misha.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1933 is when there were the most people born with the first name Misha.

      Explore the origins of another name.