UK girl's name
Mishaal
An Arabic masculine name meaning "a person with burning passion" or "flame".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mishaal is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Mishaal popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3695, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 11 births.
This profile covers 116 England and Wales registrations across 22 recorded years from 1999 to 2024. 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.
The latest count is about 55% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 115 living people in the UK are called Mishaal. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mishaal ranked #3695 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2016, when 11 girls were registered as Mishaal.
- • About 115 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mishaal as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3695
2024
Births in 2024
6
Latest year
Peak year
2016
11 births
Estimated living
115
2026
Meaning
What does Mishaal mean?
The name Mishaal has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "mishal," which means "torch" or "flaming light." The name is believed to have been in use since the early Islamic era, around the 7th century CE.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Mishaal can be found in the famous Arabic literary work, "One Thousand and One Nights." In this collection of Middle Eastern folk tales, there is a character named Mishaal, who is described as a brave and honorable warrior.
Throughout Islamic history, the name Mishaal has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields, such as literature, science, and politics. One notable figure was Mishaal al-Sudairi (1923-2003), a Saudi Arabian prince and influential member of the royal family.
Another prominent individual with the name Mishaal was Mishaal bin Fahd Al Saud (1887-1967), a member of the Saudi royal family and a prominent military leader. He played a crucial role in the unification of Saudi Arabia under the leadership of King Abdulaziz Al Saud.
In the field of literature, Mishaal Al-Sudairi (1939-2020) was a renowned Saudi Arabian author and poet. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in modern Arabic literature and has received numerous awards and accolades for his work.
Mishaal Al-Suwaiyyi (1943-2006) was a prominent Kuwaiti writer and academic. He was known for his contributions to the fields of literature, criticism, and cultural studies. His works have been widely acclaimed and have had a significant impact on the literary landscape of the Arab world.
Mishaal Fahm Al-Salami (1909-1959) was a Palestinian politician and writer. He played an important role in the Palestinian nationalist movement and was a vocal advocate for Palestinian rights and self-determination. His writings and speeches have been influential in shaping the discourse around the Palestinian cause.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Mishaal. The name continues to be popular in the Arabic-speaking world and is often chosen for its strong cultural and historical significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mishaal over time
The chart below shows babies named Mishaal registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1999 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Mishaal, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2024, compared with 11 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mishaal by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mishaal 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4383 | 23 | 5 |
| 2010s | #3561 | 66 | 10 |
| 2000s | #4388 | 23 | 6 |
| 1990s | #3225 | 4 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Mishaal
- Megan 70,884
- Mia 67,204
- Molly 47,734
- Millie 44,390
- Maisie 32,671
- Matilda 29,965
- Maya 26,445
- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
- Maddison 14,918
FAQ
Mishaal: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mishaal in the UK right now?
In 2024, Mishaal was ranked #3695 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Mishaal most popular?
The peak year on record was 2016, with 11 babies registered as Mishaal in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mishaal?
An Arabic masculine name meaning "a person with burning passion" or "flame".
How many people are called Mishaal in the UK?
A total of 116 babies have been registered as Mishaal across the 22 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.