Were does the saying come from taking the micky?

The phrase "taking the micky" is believed to originate from the Cockney slang term "taking the mickey," which is thought to derive from the name "Mickey Bliss," a rhyming slang for "piss." It means to tease or make fun of someone. The expression likely evolved in the mid-20th century in the UK and reflects a playful or light-hearted form of mockery.