Mikal
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
3,894 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1993 Peak Popularity Year
180 Peak Births

Mikal Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Mikal originates from Hebrew, meaning 'who is like God.' It evolved from the Hebrew Michal and has historical significance in biblical texts as the daughter of Saul. Mikal is recognized for its uniqueness and modern appeal, with no direct biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in recent decades, often seen as a contemporary variant of Michael.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mikal"

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Pronunciation

/ˈmiːkəl/

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Origin

Hebrew

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Etymology

Mikal is derived from the Hebrew name Michal, which means 'who is like God?' It is a feminine form of Michael.

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Meaning

who is like God

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Language Evolution

Mikha'el, Mikhal, Mikal

Biblical Background

Mikal appears in the Bible as the daughter of King Saul and the wife of King David.

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Historical Usage

Mikal gained popularity in the 20th century as a unique variant of the more common name Michael.

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Variants & Derivatives

Michal, Mikhal, Michael

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Mikal is perceived as a modern and unique name, appealing to those looking for alternatives to more common names.

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Famous People

Mikal Bridges - American professional basketball player, Mikal Cronin - American musician and songwriter

📊 Mikal Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Mikal Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 180 peak births in 1993

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 20 US states, with strongest presence in Pennsylvania

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Mikal" - Complete Guide (6 Names)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mikal"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Mikal"

"Mikal" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 5671st of 6773 14
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 2720th of 7552 173
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1592nd of 10718 485
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1235th of 16616 1,154
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 1808th of 24088 1,149
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 3903rd of 23106 328
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 8498th of 9204 7
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 9994th of 12526 15
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 5597th of 19264 143
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 6010th of 27321 213
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 10002nd of 35406 158
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 14928th of 30306 55

Regional Popularity of "Mikal" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
60.98%
1791st/2937
32.56%
1134th/3483
- 50.91%
2059th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
37.69%
1389th/3685
24.34%
1089th/4475
26.68%
1386th/5194
27.59%
1743rd/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
42.49%
1947th/4582
34.10%
1761st/5164
23.18%
1695th/7313
40.37%
3013th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
79.99%
3187th/3984
83.98%
3768th/4487
66.11%
4510th/6822
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Regional Popularity of "Mikal" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
89.27%
2622nd/2937
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Mikal"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Mikal" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Mikal" in the United States

The name Mikal is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mikal has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Mikal' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5671st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2720th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1592nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1235th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1808th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3903rd out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8498th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9994th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5597th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6010th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10002nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14928th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mikal' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Mikal name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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