Rising since 2002, #4,539 for boys today.
Popularity of Mikaeel since 1994
Babies named Mikaeel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 30 |
| 2010s | 200 |
| 2020s | 132 |
Meaning & origin
Mikaeel has been used in the United States since 1994, with its peak popularity in 2017. The name has been rising steadily since 2002, indicating growing interest among families seeking a distinctive yet traditional Arabic name with strong angelic associations. While it has not yet appeared in the top states lists, its steady upward trajectory suggests it may become more common in diverse communities.
Mikaeel is the Arabic form of Michael, derived from the Hebrew name Mikha'el meaning 'who is like God?' It is the name of an archangel in Islamic tradition, known as Mika'il. The Arabic spelling Mikaeel is used by Muslim families in the Middle East, South Asia, and elsewhere, reflecting the name's religious significance.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mika, Mike, Miki
Sibling names for Mikaeel
Names that share Mikaeel's style, for a brother or sister.
