UK girl's name
Mishel
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "who is like God".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mishel is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Mishel popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3218, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 8 births.
This profile covers 68 England and Wales registrations across 13 recorded years from 2005 to 2023. 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 88% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 68 living people in the UK are called Mishel. 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 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mishel ranked #3218 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 8 girls were registered as Mishel.
- • About 68 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mishel as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3218
2023
Births in 2023
7
Latest year
Peak year
2011
8 births
Estimated living
68
2026
Meaning
What does Mishel mean?
The name Mishel is derived from the Hebrew name Michael, which means "who is like God?" or "one who is God-like." Its origins can be traced back to ancient Hebrew texts, particularly the Old Testament, where it refers to the Archangel Michael.
The name Michael is mentioned several times in the Bible, most notably in the Book of Daniel and the Book of Revelation. In the Book of Daniel, Michael is described as one of the chief princes and the protector of the Israelites. In the Book of Revelation, Michael is portrayed as leading the heavenly armies against the forces of evil.
The name Mishel is a variant spelling that emerged in various cultures and languages over time. In some Slavic languages, such as Russian and Ukrainian, the name is spelled as Mishel or Mikhail. In other languages, like Spanish and French, it is spelled as Miguel.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mishel can be found in the writings of the 4th-century Christian scholar, St. Jerome, who translated the Bible into Latin. He used the name Michael in his translation of the Old Testament.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Mishel or its variants. One of the most famous was Mikhail Gorbachev (1931-2022), the last leader of the Soviet Union, who played a pivotal role in ending the Cold War.
Another prominent figure was Miguel de Cervantes (1547-1616), the renowned Spanish writer and author of the literary masterpiece "Don Quixote." In the realm of science, the Russian chemist Mikhail Lomonosov (1711-1765) made significant contributions to the fields of physics, chemistry, and astronomy.
In the world of music, Michael Jackson (1958-2009), the "King of Pop," left an indelible mark with his legendary career and iconic songs. Similarly, the French composer Michel Legrand (1932-2019) was renowned for his film scores and jazz compositions.
These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals who have borne the name Mishel or its variations throughout history, reflecting its enduring presence and significance across diverse cultures and eras.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Mishel over time
The chart below shows babies named Mishel registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2005 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Mishel, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 2023, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Mishel by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mishel 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 | #4233 | 15 | 3 |
| 2010s | #3860 | 40 | 7 |
| 2000s | #4458 | 13 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Mishel
- 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
Mishel: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mishel in the UK right now?
In 2023, Mishel was ranked #3218 for girls in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Mishel most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 8 babies registered as Mishel in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mishel?
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "who is like God".
How many people are called Mishel in the UK?
A total of 68 babies have been registered as Mishel across the 13 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.