Like God?
Mischa is a Russian diminutive of Mikhail, the Slavic form of Michael. While traditionally a masculine nickname in Russia, it has been adopted as a feminine given name in English-speaking countries. The name poses a rhetorical question, implying that no one is equal to the divine.
Less common today
Mischa isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,769 in 2008.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
British-American actress known for The O.C.
Famed Ukrainian-born American violinist
World-renowned Israeli cellist
