Mikhal
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Mikhal first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.
Over 37 babies have been named Mikhal in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mikhal is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #41,358 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #41,358
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Mikhal
Mikhal is a boy name .
Is Mikhal a boy or girl name? Mikhal is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #41,358 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #54,719. Mikhal is more commonly used as a boy name.
Mikhal is currently ranked #41,358 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mikhal include Mik, Mikh, Mikhy, Mikhie, Miy, Miie, and Mikkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mikhal include Mikhail, Mikhael . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
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