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Boy/GirlDutch language family

Mickey

Diminutive or feminine form of Michael.

Quick answer

Mickey is a boy/girl name.

GenderBoy/Girl
Language familyDutch

Meaning and history

Diminutive or feminine form of Michael. This was the name that Walt Disney gave to Ub Iwerks' cartoon character Mickey Mouse (debuting 1928), who was called Mortimer Mouse while being developed. Another famous bearer was the American baseball player Mickey Mantle (1931-1995).

Notes and context

Usage: english