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Mikal
BoyMeaning of Mikal: Hebrew: 'who is like God'
Mikal is a boy's name most strongly associated with Hebrew naming. It has 5 letters and 2 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 3520th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#3520
31 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
3,925
First recorded 1943 · peak 1993
Trend
falling
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
85% boys · 15% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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