Makel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAH-kel / /ˈmeɪ.kɛl/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Who is like God? (Hebrew); a variant of Michael (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Makel is derived from the name Michael, which means 'Who is like God?' and has significant religious connotations in Judaism and Christianity. In English, it is often considered a modern variant of Michael, reflecting contemporary naming trends.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Makel
- Mikael
- Mikail
International Variants
- Mikael (Swedish)
- Mikhail (Russian)
- Mika (Japanese)
Famous people named Makel
Makel M. — artist.
Makel J. — athlete.
Fictional characters named Makel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Makel was first seen in the United States in 1996. Makel has ranked as high as #1298 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in Georgia, Missouri, South Carolina, Alabama, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Makel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Makel (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 25 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 32 |
| 2004 | 43 |
| 2005 | 52 |
| 2006 | 44 |
| 2007 | 48 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 42 |
| 2010 | 31 |
| 2011 | 39 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 27 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 11 |