Mikel
Mikel: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Mikel
- A male given name from Basque, equivalent to English Michael.
Etymology
Borrowed from Basque Mikel.
How popular is Mikel?
Since 1880, 995 girls and 11,559 boys in the U.S. have been named Mikel (8% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2272 in 1982. Its highest rank for boys was #513 in 1953. In 2025, 81 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Mikel
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
Sibling name ideas for Mikel
Sister and brother names that share Mikel's Basque roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Mikel FAQ
What does the name Mikel mean?
A male given name from Basque, equivalent to English Michael. Borrowed from Basque Mikel.
What is the origin of the name Mikel?
Mikel is listed as a name of Basque origin.
How popular is the name Mikel?
Since 1880, 995 girls and 11,559 boys in the U.S. have been named Mikel (8% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2272 in 1982. Its highest rank for boys was #513 in 1953. In 2025, 81 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Mikel a boy or girl name?
Mikel is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 995 girls and 11,559 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.