Male Name
Mishka
ˈmʲi.ʂkə
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
diminutives
Writing Systems
МишкаRussian
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
82/100
Meaning & Etymology
Mishka is a Russian diminutive of the name Mikhail, often used affectionately. It also carries meanings in other languages, such as 'gift of love' in Hindi, 'niche for light' in Arabic, and 'gift of god' in Hebrew. The name is versatile and has been adopted in various cultural contexts, including as a nickname, a brand name, and even as a mascot for the 1980 Olympics.
Etymology
Original Form:
Mikhail
Evolution:
The name Mishka evolved as a diminutive form of Mikhail in Russian, reflecting a trend of creating affectionate or informal versions of names.
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