Mikel
boy name#1919 in 2025Mikel entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #510 in 1953, ranks #1919 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1882–2025
#1919
rank today
#510
peak (1953)
81
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #943 |
| 1910s | #3138 |
| 1920s | #3628 |
| 1930s | #2875 |
| 1940s | #1158 |
| 1950s | #610 |
| 1960s | #717 |
| 1970s | #738 |
| 1980s | #753 |
| 1990s | #826 |
| 2000s | #964 |
| 2010s | #1216 |
| 2020s | #1643 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mikel has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 10,500 people named Mikel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mikel alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mikel in 2025?
- Mikel ranks #1919 among US boy names in 2025, with 81 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mikel most popular?
- Mikel peaked in 1953, reaching #510 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mikel with classmates?
- Mikel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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