Declining since 1998, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Mikeal since 1921
Babies named Mikeal per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 11 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 88 |
| 1950s | 422 |
| 1960s | 310 |
| 1970s | 273 |
| 1980s | 282 |
| 1990s | 400 |
| 2000s | 350 |
| 2010s | 201 |
| 2020s | 49 |
Meaning & origin
Mikeal is an uncommon spelling variant of the classic Michael, primarily used in Scandinavian-influenced communities. First recorded in U.S. data in 1921, it reached its peak rank in 1952, when it was most common. Since 1998, its usage has been in a steady decline. As of 2025, it sits at rank 12,008, with an occurrence rate of 1 in 341,615 births. Despite its rarity, the name carries the same strong biblical heritage as Michael, while offering a distinct spelling that may appeal to families with Swedish or Finnish roots.
Mikeal is a variant of Michael, derived from the Hebrew Mikha'el (מִיכָאֵל), meaning 'Who is like God?' It is also a common spelling in Swedish and Finnish contexts, where it functions as a form of Mikael. The name has been in use in the United States since at least 1921, though it has always been rare relative to Michael, peaking in popularity in 1952.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mike, Mick, Micky
Sibling names for Mikeal
Names that share Mikeal's style, for a brother or sister.
