Mikkel
Mikkel is a boy's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Who is like God?
Origin and history
Mikkel is the Danish and Norwegian form of Michael, derived ultimately from the Hebrew name Mikha'el. It has maintained a steady, niche presence in the United States, given to around 100 boys between 2020 and 2025. It offers a distinct Scandinavian alternative to the classic Michael.
Popularity in the United States
882 babies in the United States have been named Mikkel since 1880. It ranks #3796 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1828.
States where it is most popular
- CA (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 10 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 74 |
| 1980-1990 | 115 |
| 1990-2000 | 134 |
| 2000-2010 | 246 |
| 2010-2019 | 193 |
| 2020-2029 | 99 |
Famous people named Mikkel
- Mikkel Kessler: Boxer
- Mikkel Bødker: Ice hockey player
- Mikkel Hansen: Handball player
Fun facts
- Mikkel has long been one of the most popular given names for boys in Denmark and Norway.
- It shares the exact same linguistic origin and meaning as the name Michael.