Micky
Primarily a boy's name of Hebrew origin with 2,573 recorded births. Also given to 562 girls.
Meaning & Origin
Alternative spelling of Mickey. A diminutive of the male given name Michael. A diminutive of the female given names Michaela or Michelle.
Micky is a boy's and girl's baby name of Hebrew origin, a diminutive of Michael, from the Hebrew Mikhaʾel, meaning 'who is like God?' With over 2,570 births in U.S. records, Micky carries the cheerful, streetwise energy of the classic Mickey — associated with Mickey Mantle, Mickey Mouse, and the Rolling Stones drummer Mick Jagger. It is a name that sounds like it has a story to tell before it even opens its mouth.
EtymologyShow more
Micky is cataloged under the Hebrew naming tradition. Hebrew names often carry theological significance — many embed references to God, virtues, or blessings within their structure.
In the U.S., Micky has been recorded as a boy's name since 1933, with 2,573 total births. Browse the Hebrew names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Micky was #6028 twenty years ago and has since drifted to #9544, but its charm endures.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 62 | #7359 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 119 | #7839 | — |
| 2000s | 129 | #6450 | ▼ |
| 1990s | 182 | #3970 | ▼ |
| 1980s | 311 | #2026 | ▼ |
| 1970s | 522 | #1220 | — |
| 1960s | 561 | #1045 | ▲ |
| 1950s | 500 | #1177 | ▲ |
| 1940s | 136 | #2359 | ▲ |
| 1930s | 51 | #3189 | — |
The Story of Micky
A Baby Boomer name
Peaking in 1961, Micky is a timeless Baby Boomer name. Boys named Micky are most likely born between 1951 and 1971.
How rare is Micky?
Only about 1 in every 450,000 babies born in 2024 was named Micky — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1933, grew steadily over the decades, peaked in the 1960s with 561 births that decade, and has since become a rare, vintage choice.
Micky by the numbers
- Would fill 54 school buses
- Meeting one Micky per day would take 7 years
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(92 years, 1933–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 | #9544 |
| 2023 | 15 | #6117 |
| 2022 | 17 | #5559 |
| 2021 | 8 | #9393 |
| 2020 | 14 | #6182 |
| 2019 | 7 | #10453 |
| 2018 | 7 | #10376 |
| 2017 | 16 | #5700 |
| 2016 | 16 | #5698 |
| 2015 | 20 | #4831 |
| 2014 | 7 | #10364 |
| 2013 | 13 | #6498 |
| 2012 | 12 | #6892 |
| 2011 | 15 | #5862 |
| 2010 | 6 | #11715 |
| 2009 | 12 | #7098 |
| 2008 | 9 | #8780 |
| 2007 | 12 | #6939 |
| 2006 | 12 | #6759 |
| 2005 | 12 | #6492 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Micky as a Girl's Name
Though more common for boys, Micky has a notable history as a girl's name too, with 562 births since 1922.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1933–2024