Mykel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mykel is a modern English variant of the name Michael, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'Who is like God?'. The name has evolved from Mikha'el to Michael and its various forms in different languages. Mykel reflects a contemporary trend in naming, favoring unique spellings. It lacks biblical significance directly but is connected to the archangel Michael. The name has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries.
The name Mykel is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining 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, Mykel has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female 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 female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mykel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6919th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1436th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1451st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2050th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10350th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4983rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6011th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13512th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mykel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mykel"
Pronunciation
/ˈmaɪkəl/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Mykel is a variant of the name Michael, which comes from the Hebrew name מִיכָאֵל (Mikha'el) meaning 'Who is like God?'.
Meaning
Who is like God?
Language Evolution
Mikha'el (Hebrew), Michael (Latin), Michaël (French), Mikhail (Russian), Mykel (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Michael has been popular throughout history, particularly among Christians, due to its association with the archangel Michael. Mykel emerged as a modern variant in the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Michael, Mikhail, Michaël, Mikael, Myke
Modern Popularity & Image
Mykel is viewed as a modern and unique spelling of Michael, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Mykel Hawke (American survival expert), Mykel A. McCune (American musician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mykel"
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 "Mykel"
"Mykel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6919th of 10718 | 28 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1436th of 16616 | 917 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1451st of 24088 | 1,572 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2050th of 23106 | 854 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10350th of 19264 | 42 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4983rd of 27321 | 278 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6011th of 35406 | 324 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13512th of 30306 | 69 |
Regional Popularity of "Mykel" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
33.62% 1239th/3685 |
36.65% 1640th/4475 |
33.85% 1758th/5194 |
26.86% 1697th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.76% 1318th/4582 |
33.23% 1716th/5164 |
19.79% 1447th/7313 |
23.06% 1721st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
51.56% 2054th/3984 |
49.28% 2211th/4487 |
31.06% 2119th/6822 |
48.45% 3041st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Mykel" 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) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
- |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
76.74% 5727th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mykel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mykel" 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.