Rising since 2004, #4,050 for boys today.
Popularity of Maikol since 2000
Babies named Maikol per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 15 |
| 2010s | 95 |
| 2020s | 92 |
Meaning & origin
Maikol enters the U.S. baby name landscape in 2000, a late arrival compared to classic Michael. By 2025 it reached rank 4050 with a frequency of 1 in 65,695 births, reflecting a slow but steady climb since 2004. Its peak year so far is 2025, indicating growing, if still niche, appeal. The name is concentrated in Florida and Texas, states with large Hispanic populations, suggesting a cultural bridge between English and Spanish naming traditions. Maikol's trajectory suggests it is a modern coinage rather than a historical variant, and its use remains modest but consistent.
Maikol is a modern respelling of Michael, derived from the Hebrew name Mikha'el meaning 'Who is like God?' The spelling with 'k' and 'o' likely reflects phonetic adaptation in Spanish- or Italian-speaking communities, where 'Michael' is commonly rendered as Miguel or Michele. In the United States, it emerged as a distinctive variant in the late 20th century, gaining modest usage in the 2000s.
Where Maikol is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mike, Mikey
Sibling names for Maikol
Names that share Maikol's style, for a brother or sister.
