UK boy's name
Mikhel
A masculine given name of Russian origin meaning "gift from God".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2011. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mikhel is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Mikhel popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2011 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4647, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2011 to 2011. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Mikhel is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Mikhel. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2012 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mikhel ranked #4647 for boys in England and Wales in 2011, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 3 boys were registered as Mikhel.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mikhel as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4647
2011
Births in 2011
3
Latest year
Peak year
2011
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Mikhel mean?
The given name Mikhel originates from the Hebrew language and culture, with its earliest roots dating back to ancient times. The name is a variation of the Hebrew name Michael, which means "who is like God" or "one who is like God." It is derived from the Hebrew words "mi" meaning "who" and "cha-el" meaning "like God."
The name Mikhel is believed to have been first mentioned in the Book of Daniel, one of the books of the Hebrew Bible. In the Book of Daniel, Michael is described as an archangel and is revered as a protector and defender of the Jewish people.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mikhel can be found in the Dead Sea Scrolls, a collection of ancient Jewish manuscripts dating back to the 3rd century BCE to the 1st century CE. These scrolls contain references to individuals bearing the name Mikhel.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Mikhel. One of the earliest was Mikhel the Archangel, a figure from Christian and Islamic theology who is often depicted as a leader of the heavenly host and a protector of the faithful.
In the 4th century CE, there was Mikhel of Siena, an Italian monk and saint who is venerated in the Catholic Church for his piety and devotion. He lived from 352 to 406 CE.
During the Middle Ages, Mikhel the Great was a prominent Byzantine military leader and emperor who reigned from 1259 to 1282 CE. He is renowned for his successful campaigns against the Seljuk Turks and his efforts to restore the Byzantine Empire's power and influence.
In the 16th century, Mikhel Servetus, a Spanish theologian and physician, made significant contributions to the understanding of the circulatory system. He was born in 1511 and was executed in 1553 for his religious beliefs.
Another notable figure was Mikhel Lomonosov, a Russian polymath who lived from 1711 to 1765. He made significant contributions to various fields, including chemistry, physics, astronomy, and literature, and is considered one of the most influential figures in Russian history.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the given name Mikhel throughout history, showcasing its enduring presence across different cultures and time periods.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Mikhel by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mikhel was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4647 | 3 | 1 |
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Names similar to Mikhel
- Matthew 80,931
- Mohammed 74,321
- Muhammad 72,235
- Max 59,807
- Michael 47,075
- Mason 38,935
- Mohammad 25,910
- Morgan 15,994
- Muhammed 11,527
- Mark 11,336
- Marcus 11,257
- Maxwell 10,006
FAQ
Mikhel: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mikhel in the UK right now?
In 2011, Mikhel was ranked #4647 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Mikhel most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 3 babies registered as Mikhel in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mikhel?
A masculine given name of Russian origin meaning "gift from God".
How many people are called Mikhel in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Mikhel across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.