Mykel Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMY-kel / ˈmaɪ.kəlEnglish; Variant of Michael
Meaning
Who is like God?
Historical & Cultural Background
Mykel is a modern variant of the name Michael, which has Hebrew origins. The name Michael has been widely used in various cultures and languages, often associated with the archangel in Judeo-Christian traditions. Mykel, as a spelling variation, reflects contemporary naming trends that favor unique spellings. It has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Mykel has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States, particularly as a unique alternative to Michael.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mikel
- Micheal
International Variants
- Mikael (Swedish)
- Mikhail (Russian)
- Miguel (Spanish)
Famous people named Mykel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mykel was first seen in the United States in 1977. Mykel has ranked as high as #1088 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Ohio, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Mykel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mykel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| LA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 25 |
| 1985 | 57 |
| 1986 | 40 |
| 1987 | 69 |
| 1988 | 65 |
| 1989 | 59 |
| 1990 | 139 |
| 1991 | 94 |
| 1992 | 67 |
| 1993 | 70 |
| 1994 | 58 |
| 1995 | 64 |
| 1996 | 69 |
| 1997 | 70 |
| 1998 | 77 |
| 1999 | 82 |
| 2000 | 81 |
| 2001 | 97 |
| 2002 | 91 |
| 2003 | 96 |
| 2004 | 116 |
| 2005 | 124 |
| 2006 | 104 |
| 2007 | 118 |
| 2008 | 120 |
| 2009 | 106 |
| 2010 | 96 |
| 2011 | 98 |
| 2012 | 96 |
| 2013 | 78 |
| 2014 | 81 |
| 2015 | 63 |
| 2016 | 59 |
| 2017 | 48 |
| 2018 | 58 |
| 2019 | 64 |
| 2020 | 79 |
| 2021 | 84 |
| 2022 | 89 |
| 2023 | 86 |
| 2024 | 65 |