Michiel
boy nameMichiel entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1171 in 1951, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#1171
peak (1951)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3825 |
| 1920s | #3489 |
| 1930s | #3174 |
| 1940s | #2027 |
| 1950s | #1363 |
| 1960s | #1572 |
| 1970s | #2871 |
| 1980s | #4895 |
| 1990s | #7647 |
| 2000s | #10032 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Michiel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Michiel alive today was born around 1961, making them about 64 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Michiel in 2025?
- Michiel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Michiel most popular?
- Michiel peaked in 1951, reaching #1171 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Michiel with classmates?
- Michiel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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