Mitch

Hebrew

"who is like God?"

Mitch Origin and Meaning

The name Mitch is a boy's name.

Mitch is a masculine name that originated as a diminutive of Mitchell, which itself began as a surname derived from the name Michael, meaning "who is like God?" in Hebrew. Mitch emerged as a standalone given name in the mid-20th century, reflecting the American tendency to use nicknames as formal names. It peaked in popularity during the 1960s and 1970s, conveying a friendly, approachable quality with its short, punchy sound. The name carries associations with masculinity and straightforwardness. While its usage has declined since its peak, Mitch maintains a steady presence and evokes a certain unpretentious charm. Famous bearers include baseball player Mitch Williams and author Mitch Albom, adding to the name's cultural resonance.

Mitch Rank in US Top 1000

# 989 in the US

Famous People Named Mitch

• Mitch Grassi American singer and member of Pentatonix
• Addison Mitchell "Mitch" McConnell U.S. Senator from Kentucky
• Mitchell David "Mitch" Albom American novelist and journalist
• Mitchell Craig "Mitch" Pileggi American actor
• Mitchell Lee "Mitch" Hedberg American comedian
• Mitchell “Mitch” Marner Canadian Ice Hockey Player
• Mitchell Neil William "Mitch" McGary American basketball player
• Mitchell William "Mitch" Miller American oboist
• Mitchell "Mitch" Grassi American singer of group Pentatonix
• Mitchell William "Mitch" Evans racing driver from New Zealand
• Merwyn R. "Mitch" Greenlick American politician

The name Mitch in Pop Culture

• Mitch Buchannon character from "Baywatch"
• Mitch "Muscle Man" Sorrenstein character on the "Regular Show"
• Robert "Mitch" Mitchell character in "Adventures in Odyssey"
• Lt. Mitch Kellaway character in the 1994 film "The Mask"