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Corky

Derived from the Japanese word meaning 'pathway' or 'road', Michi signifies a person who is a natural-born trailblazer and visionary, moving through life with a clear sense of purpose and a graceful appreciation for the journey.

Key Stats

Total births661
GenderMale (5% / 95%)
Peak year1959
Peak generationBoomer
First recorded1952
Most recent1962
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

TX — 57%CA — 43%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%

Notable People

Michi Himeno (Illustrator and Character Designer for Saint Seiya) · Michi Kobi (Actress, The Geisha Boy) · Michi Matsuda (Pioneer in Japanese Women's Education) · Michi Marshall (Mental Health Advocate and Author) · Michi Itami (Renowned Visual Artist and Printmaker)

Nicknames & Diminutives

MimiMich

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