UK boy's name
Mykel
A masculine name of Greek origin meaning "who resembles God".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1996. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mykel is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Mykel popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1996 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2863, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 1996 to 1996. 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.
Mykel is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Mykel. 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 1997 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mykel ranked #2863 for boys in England and Wales in 1996, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 3 boys were registered as Mykel.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mykel as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2863
1996
Births in 1996
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Mykel mean?
The name Mykel is a variant spelling of the masculine given name Michael, which has its origins in the Hebrew name Mikhael (מִיכָאֵל). This name is derived from the Hebrew phrase "mi ka El," which translates to "who is like God." The name Michael first appeared in the Bible's Book of Daniel, where it refers to an archangel.
In the 5th century BC, the name Michael gained popularity among Jewish communities as a given name for boys. It later spread to Christian communities as well, particularly after the rise of the cult of Michael the Archangel in the 4th century AD. The name was widely adopted across Europe and the Mediterranean region.
The variant spelling Mykel emerged in the Middle Ages, likely as a result of regional variations in pronunciation and orthography. This spelling was particularly common in regions of modern-day Germany, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Mykel was Mykel van der Voort, a Dutch painter who lived from approximately 1450 to 1515. He was known for his religious works and altarpieces.
In the 16th century, Mykel Gyllenstierna (1495-1567) was a Swedish statesman and member of the Privy Council of Sweden. He played a significant role in the Reformation and the establishment of Protestantism in Sweden.
During the 17th century, Mykel Fredericksen (1638-1721) was a Norwegian-Danish artist and portraitist. He is known for his portraits of members of the Danish royal family and nobility.
In the 18th century, Mykel Syng (1712-1787) was a prominent English church musician and composer. He served as the organist and choirmaster at the Cathedral of St. Paul in London.
In more recent history, Mykel Hawke (born 1955) is an American former Green Beret and survival expert. He has authored several books on survival techniques and has appeared in various television shows on the topic.
While the name Mykel is less common today than the more traditional spelling Michael, it has a rich history spanning several centuries and cultures. Its origins can be traced back to the Hebrew language and the Bible, and it has been borne by notable individuals in various fields throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Mykel by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mykel 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #2863 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Mykel
- 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
Mykel: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mykel in the UK right now?
In 1996, Mykel was ranked #2863 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Mykel most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 3 babies registered as Mykel in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mykel?
A masculine name of Greek origin meaning "who resembles God".
How many people are called Mykel in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Mykel 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.