What is the origin of the name Mykhail?

Mykhail is a name of Hebrew and Slavic origin. It is often classified as a biblical, royal & classic name.

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Q: What does the name Mykhail mean?

Mykhail means "Ukrainian form of Michael, from Hebrew Mikha'el meaning 'who is like God', a rhetorical expression of divine greatness.".

Ukrainian form of Michael, from Hebrew Mikha'el meaning 'who is like God', a rhetorical expression of divine greatness.

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