Mekal
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
Mekal is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.
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Mekal first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 17 babies have been named Mekal in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mekal is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #41,657 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #41,657
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Mekal
Mekal is a boy name .
Mekal is currently ranked #41,657 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mekal include Mek, Mey, Meie, and Mekkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mekal include Mekai . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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