Mishka

Mishka is a Russian and Eastern European diminutive, most commonly a nickname for Mikhail (Michael), derived from the Hebrew Mikha'el meaning 'who is like God.' In Russian, mishka also means 'little bear' or 'teddy bear,' making it a deeply affectionate name.

Mishka is one of those names with a double dose of warmth: it is both a beloved Russian nickname and the word for 'little bear.' For a pet, that combination is nearly irresistible — it suits fluffy, cuddly animals with big personalities hidden inside soft exteriors, as well as any pet who has a slightly wild, bearish side. The name sounds equally at home on a Siberian Husky with piercing blue eyes or a small cat who demands to be held like a stuffed toy.