Misha Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Misha Name at a Glance

Name	Misha
Meaning	Nickname for Michael: gift from God.
Origin	Russian
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Misha Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Misha means “Nickname for Michael: gift from God”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Misha Name Origin

Our database records Misha under Russian origin. Browse more Russian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Misha a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Misha is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Misha

When considering Misha for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.