Michaiah

mick-KYE-ah
Hebrew
"who is like God"

Michaiah Origin and Meaning

The name Michaiah is a boy's name of Hebrew origin meaning "who is like God".

The name of five men and one woman in the Bible, this name has so far escaped much notice but its similarity to popular choices such as Michael and Michaela/Mikayla, along with the long-running penchant for Old Testament names, may propel it to prominence. Also spelled Micaiah.

Famous People Named Michaiah

  • Michaiahprince in King Jehoshaphat's day (2 Chr. 17:7)
  • Michaiahfather of Achbor, one of King Josiah's messengers (2 Kings 22:12)
  • Michaiahgrandson of Shaphan the scribe (Jeremiah 36:11)

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