Mikko
Fact sheet
- Name
- Mikko
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
Mikko is a Finnish diminutive of Michael or Mikael and carries the meaning 'Who is like God?'.
What does the name Mikko mean?
Mikko represents a Finnish variant of Michael and is widely used as a boy's name in Finland. It was particularly popular in the 1970s and 1980s.
Where does the name Mikko come from?
The origin of the name Mikko traces back to the biblical figure Mikha'el (Hebrew מִיכָאֵל mîkhā’el), which is composed of the ancient Hebrew elements mî (who), kə (like), and el (God). It can be found in Estonian and Finnish languages.
How do you pronounce Mikko?
The sound and pronunciation of Mikko are clear and two-syllable. It is pronounced as "Mik-ko" [ˈmiko], starting with a short, lively "i". The double consonant in the middle gives the name stability, and the ending "-ko" sounds round and friendly. This makes Mikko appear uncomplicated and likable - fresh, down-to-earth, and direct.
When is the name day of Mikko?
The most important name day for Mikko is September 29.
Popularity
In Germany, Mikko is a fairly sought-after name. Currently, it ranks 1,607th on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best ranking was in 2013 at 1,112th. Over the last ten years, the name has been given about 220 times, placing it 1,483rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,496th.
Nicknames & pet names
Mike / Mikk
Similar first names
Maic
Famous people
- Mikko Alatalo (Finnish musician)
- Mikko Eloranta (ice hockey player from Finland)
- Mikko Hirvonen (rally driver from Finland)
- Mikko Kalteva (Finnish ice hockey player)
- Mikko Kangasjärvi (keyboardist (Yö))
- Mikko Koivu (ice hockey player)
- Mikko Kokslien (Norwegian Nordic skier)
- Mikko Korhonen (golfer)
- Mikko Koskinen (Finnish ice hockey player)
- Mikko Kozarowitzky (Finnish racing driver)
- Mikko Kurvinen (Finnish ice hockey player)
- Mikko Laine (ice hockey player from Finland)
- Mikko Leinonen (Finnish ice hockey player)
- Mikko Lindström (guitarist (HIM))
- Mikko Manninen (Finnish football player)
- Mikko Meriläinen (Finnish skier)
- Mikko Nissinen (Finnish ballet dancer)
- Mikko Oivanen (Finnish volleyball player)
- Mikko Paananen (bassist (HIM))
- Mikko Paatelainen (Finnish footballer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Mikko
What does the name Mikko mean?
Mikko is the Finnish variant of Michael and means 'Who is like God?'.
Where does the name Mikko come from?
The origin of the name Mikko traces back to the biblical figure Mikha'el, which consists of Hebrew elements.
How popular is the name Mikko?
Mikko was particularly popular in Finland during the 1970s and 1980s.