Mike
Meaning of Mike
Mike is a popular and timeless name for baby boys. It is a short form of the name Michael, which has its roots in Hebrew and means "who is like God?" In American English, Mike is pronounced as /maɪk/. This name has been consistently used in the United States over the years, with its peak popularity occurring in the 1950s and 1960s. While it may not be as commonly chosen today, Mike still holds a special place in many hearts. Its simplicity and familiarity make it an enduring choice for parents looking for a strong and classic name for their son.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as mike (/maɪk/)
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Notable People Named Mike
| Mike Patton - Michael Allan Patton is an American singer, songwriter, producer, and voice actor, best known as the lead vocalist of the alternative metal band Faith No More, and has been involved in various other musical projects. |
| Mike Tyson - Michael Gerard Tyson, also known as "Iron Mike," is a former professional boxer and one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time, holding the record as the youngest boxer ever to win a heavyweight title. |
| Mike Trout - Michael Nelson Trout is an American professional baseball center fielder known for his numerous accolades and is considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time. |
| Mike Lee - Michael Shumway Lee is an American lawyer and politician who has been serving as the senior United States senator from Utah since 2011, and is a member of the Republican Party. |
| Mike Nichols was an accomplished American director who won all four major American entertainment awards and received numerous other honors throughout his career. |
| Mike Lindell - Michael James Lindell, also known as the My Pillow Guy, is an American businessman, political activist, and founder/CEO of My Pillow. |
| Mike Flanagan - Michael Kendall Flanagan was a prominent American professional baseball left-handed pitcher, front office executive, and color commentator with 18 years of experience in Major League Baseball. |
| Mike Carey, also known as M. R. Carey, is a British writer known for his work in comic books, novels, and films, including The Girl with All the Gifts and various popular comic book series. |
| Mike Love - Michael Edward Love is an American singer and songwriter known for co-founding the Beach Boys and contributing as a vocalist and lyricist throughout the band's career. |
| Mike Braun - Michael Kent Braun is a Republican politician and businessman who has been serving as the junior United States senator from Indiana since 2019. |
| Mike Schmidt - Michael Jack Schmidt, a legendary American former professional baseball third baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies, was a 12-time All-Star and three-time National League Most Valuable Player known for his power hitting and strong defense. |
| Mike Singletary - Michael Singletary, also known as "Samurai Mike," is a former NFL player and coach, famous for his time as a linebacker with the Chicago Bears and his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. |
| Mike Batt - Michael Philip Batt, LVO is a versatile English musician, singer-songwriter, record producer, and former Deputy Chairman of the British Phonographic Industry. |
| Mike Myers - Michael John Myers is a multi-talented Canadian-American actor, comedian, and producer with numerous awards and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. |
| Mike Posner - Michael Robert Henrion Posner, an American artist from Detroit, Michigan, gained fame with his hit singles "Cooler Than Me" and "Please Don't Go" before releasing his debut album "31 Minutes to Takeoff" in 2010. |
