Miquel
Miquel is a boy baby name. Ranked #12,140 in the US, popular nicknames include Miq, Miy, and Miqie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Miquel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,997 babies have been named Miquel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Miquel is past its peak , currently ranked #12,140 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #12,140
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Also a Girl Name
Miquel is also used as a girl name, ranked #13417.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Miquel
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About the Name Miquel
Miquel is a boy name .
Is Miquel a boy or girl name? Miquel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #12,140 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #13,417. Miquel is more commonly used as a boy name.
Miquel is currently ranked #12,140 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Miquel include Miq, Miy, Miqie, and Miquie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Miquel include Miqueas . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis