Mitch
2025 SSA
About Mitch
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.
Pronounced MITCH.
As of October 2026, Mitch ranked #11548 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #396 in 1961.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,999 | 19 | 9.9 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | #4,689 | 21 | 11.3 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Mitch on lists
Famous Mitchs
- 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
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"