Holding steady.
Popularity of Micahel since 1951
Babies named Micahel per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1989, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Micahel's real moment was 1983.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 23 |
| 1960s | 128 |
| 1970s | 327 |
| 1980s | 635 |
| 1990s | 248 |
| 2000s | 46 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Micahel is a misspelling of Michael, a name that has been a cornerstone of Western naming traditions for centuries. While the correct spelling Michael has consistently ranked among the top names for boys, Micahel has never appeared in the top 1000, reflecting its status as an occasional typographical error. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1951, and its peak year of usage was 1983, corresponding with the height of Michael's popularity. However, even at its peak, the name remained extremely rare, with fewer than five occurrences per year in many cases. The trajectory of Micahel's usage is stable but negligible, with no significant revival or decline. Its top states are empty, indicating no regional concentration. As a variant, Micahel carries the same strong biblical heritage and universal appeal as Michael, but its unconventional spelling makes it an uncommon choice.
Micahel is a misspelling or variant of Michael, a name derived from the Hebrew phrase 'mikha'el' meaning 'who is like God?' The name appears in the Bible as an archangel and has been widely used across Christian, Jewish, and Muslim cultures. The spelling 'Micahel' is a common typographical error, with the 'a' and 'e' transposed.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mike, Mikey, Mick
Variants: Michael
Sibling names for Micahel
Names that share Micahel's style, for a brother or sister.
