How Many People Are Named Mikel?
Complete statistics for the name Mikel: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Mikel, a very rare male name, stands out with only 1 in 29,712 Americans bearing it today. That's around 11,107 people in the US, making it quite unique. Interestingly, its popularity peaked in 1989 with 224 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 traditionally represents freedom, adventure, and change.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 40All 12,471 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1989Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Mikel Through the Generations
Mikel has seen a steady decline since its peak in 1989, reflecting its status as a modern, newer-generation name. With an estimated 11,107 living bearers in the US, the name's distribution across different age groups reveals a fairly even spread: 37% under 30, 39% aged 30-60, and 24% over 60. This suggests that while Mikel remains popular among younger parents, it's also well-represented among middle-aged adults, indicating its enduring appeal despite the overall downward trend.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Mikel's Basque roots
📄 About the Name Mikel
How Many People Have the Name Mikel?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,533 people in the United States currently share the name Mikel. That works out to roughly 1 in every 130,852 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Mikel a Common or Rare Name?
Mikel is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Mikel in SSA data, approximately 92% are male and 8% are female.
When Was Mikel Most Popular?
The name Mikel reached peak popularity in 1989, with 224 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Mikel?
Approximately 2,533 people named Mikel live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,533. That works out to roughly 1 in 130,852 Americans.
Is Mikel a rare name?
Mikel is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 130,852 Americans has this name.
What does the name Mikel mean?
The meaning and origin of Mikel are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Mikel more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 92% of people named Mikel are male and 8% are female.
When was Mikel most popular?
Mikel peaked in 1989 with 224 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.