Mikey

Familiar Michael variant

Mikey is a familiar form of Michael, typically used for children or as an affectionate diminutive.

The name carries a youthful, informal tone: Little Mikey won't eat anything.

The phrase Give it to Mikey, he'll eat anything became a cultural catchphrase from a 1970s cereal commercial.

nickname

diminutive

Very small, or nickname form

pet nameAffectionate nickname for loved ones
monikerInformal designation for someone
endearmentAffectionate word or phrase

term of endearment · Micky · shortened · family name · given name

affectionate

familiar

Known from experience

friendlyShowing kindness, warmth
warmheartedAffectionate and sympathetic
fondHaving tender affection

endearing · intimate · close · loving · doting · tender · sweet · cherished · beloved · dear

youthful

boyish

Resembling a young lad

childlikeHaving youthful innocence
playfulInclined toward fun
youngNot yet mature

juvenile · kid · immature · innocent · spirited · energetic · mischievous · impish · frisky · lighthearted

casual

informal

Relaxed, not official

relaxedFree of stress
easygoingRelaxed in temperament
laid-backCalm and unhurried

unpretentious · carefree · breezy · simple · uncomplicated · unaffected · unfussy · homely · comfy · approachable

Categories

nicknamesnickname, pet name, alias, handle, moniker

Opposites

formality of address

Hebrew name, divine comparison

Mike · Sir · Your Honor

Phrases

Mike TysonFormer heavyweight boxing champion
open mikeUnrestricted performance opportunity
Mike Pence
Mike MyersCanadian comedian and actor
Mikhail Gorbachev
mike upAttach audio equipment

Family

Familiarity: Top 200,000
Profile: Known to kids · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G