Maicol

“a derivative of 'Michele', meaning 'who is like God?'”

Italy origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#4416US 2023

24Births / yr

↑Rising

183All-time births

📅 Since 200200

What does Maicol mean and where does it come from?

Maicol is a variant of the name Michael commonly used in Italian and Spanish-speaking countries. The name has historical significance as it is derived from the Hebrew name Mikha'el (מִיכָאֵל). Notable figures with this name include various sports personalities and cultural figures in Italy and Spain

Cultural significance

Maicol has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a derivative of 'michele', meaning 'who is like god?'.

Peak popularity

Reached #4638 in 2020 — currently #4416 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maicol?

Maicol works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Maicol Grace

How popular is Maicol right now?

Rising fast — up 1359 spots — currently #4416 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#4416 · Top 3.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4416	24	▲ up 1359 · +50% births
2022	#5775	16	▼ down 304 · -6% births
2021	#5471	17	▼ down 833 · -19% births
2020	#4638	21	▲ up 2735 · +91% births
2015	#7373	11	▲ up 6125 · +120% births
2010	#13498	5	▼ down 2300 · -17% births
2005	#11198	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maicol

Best Year2023Rank #4416

Peak Count24

Average Rank#7481

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Maicol

Maicol is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 183 total births recorded, Maicol remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11198 in 2005 to #4416 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maicol in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

Maicol by decade

Maicol peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	57
2010s ★	105
2020s	21

💎Maicol has only 183 total recorded births since 2002 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maicol?

Common

MaiMaicMaicieMaicyIcol

What names sound and feel like Maicol?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Maicol also consider these

Brazil · A variant of

Maico

Japanese · From the god

Marco

Italy · Derived from Marcus,

Common questions about the name Maicol

What does the name Maicol mean?

Maicol means "a derivative of 'Michele', meaning 'who is like God?'" — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Maicol?

Maicol is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Maicol have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Maicol?

Maicol originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Maicol trending right now?

Maicol is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Maicol a common or rare name?

Maicol is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.