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Mikhail vs Abdul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mikhail

Boy #1,912 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"who is like God?"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Russian Eastern European Hebrew Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,912
Total SSA Count
83
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Mikhail Rank #1,912
Abdul Rank #1,818

Abdul is more popular, ranked #1818 vs #1912 for Mikhail.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mikhail or Abdul more popular?

Abdul is more popular, ranked #1818 compared to Mikhail at #1912 in the United States.

What do Mikhail and Abdul mean?

Mikhail means "who is like God?" (Hebrew origin). Abdul means "worshipper, devotee" (Arabic origin).

Are Mikhail and Abdul boy or girl names?

Mikhail is primarily a boy name. Abdul is primarily a boy name.

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