mikk

Mikk is a masculine given name used in Estonia and Finland. It is a cognate of Mikko, a Finnish given name, and a variant of Mikael or Michael. The name ultimately derives from the Hebrew Mikha'el, meaning “Who is like God?” In Estonia, Mikk is commonly used as a full given name, while in Finland it is less common than Mikko but still recognized as a traditional form. In everyday speech, individuals named Mikk may be called Mikko or Mika as a familiar form, depending on family practice.

Usage and distribution: Mikk has historical usage in Northern Europe, with its popularity peaking in earlier decades; today it remains relatively uncommon but established among older and some contemporary generations in Estonia and Finland. Variants and related forms include Mikko, Mika, Mik, and Michael, as well as other Nordic and Baltic forms of the same root.

Notable bearers: The name has been borne by various people in Estonia and Finland, across fields such as art, sports, and academia, though the specific individuals are not central to the name’s definition. See also Mikko, Michael.