Mychal Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mychal is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'who is like God?' It evolved from the traditional name Michal and reflects a modern adaptation in English. It carries traits of uniqueness and creativity, with no specific biblical relevance. The name has seen increased popularity in recent decades and is associated with notable figures in sports.
The name Mychal is most popular in Oregon, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Mychal has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mychal' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3773rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1122nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3760th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7137th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 17532nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6516th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15827th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Mychal' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mychal"
Pronunciation
/ˈmaɪkəl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Mychal is derived from the Hebrew name Michal, which means 'who is like God?' It is a variant that has been adapted in modern usage.
Meaning
Who is like God?
Language Evolution
Michal (Hebrew), Mikha'el (Hebrew), Mychal (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Mychal gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern adaptation of the traditional Hebrew name Michal.
Variants & Derivatives
Michael, Micheal, Mikhal
Modern Popularity & Image
Mychal is viewed as a unique and contemporary name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Mychal Thompson - Former professional basketball player, Mychal Kendricks - American football linebacker
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mychal"
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 "Mychal"
"Mychal" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3773rd of 10718 | 120 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1122nd of 16616 | 1,355 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3760th of 24088 | 393 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7137th of 23106 | 134 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 17532nd of 19264 | 7 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6516th of 27321 | 189 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15827th of 35406 | 69 |
Regional Popularity of "Mychal" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
43.31% 1272nd/2937 |
- | - |
57.34% 2319th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
31.86% 1174th/3685 |
45.65% 2043rd/4475 |
25.49% 1324th/5194 |
13.06% 825th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
56.41% 2913th/5164 |
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52.71% 3934th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Mychal" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
90.66% 5727th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mychal"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mychal" 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.