Mical

“Mical is a feminine variant of the name Michael, originating from the Hebrew name מִיכָאֵל (Mikha'el)”

Hebrew origin · Unisex name

♂ 66% boys♀ 34% girls

#772US 2023

1.4kBirths / yr

→Stable

501All-time births

📅 Since 194600

How to pronounce Mical

MEE·KAL

/ˈmiː.ˈkæl/ · stress on MEE · 3 syllables

“Mical is a feminine variant of the name Michael, originating from the Hebrew name מִיכָאֵל (Mikha'el)”

Hebrew origin · Unisex name

What does Mical mean and where does it come from?

Mical is a feminine variant of the name Michael, originating from the Hebrew name מִיכָאֵל (Mikha'el). In the Bible, Michal was the daughter of King Saul and the wife of King David, making the name significant in biblical history. The name Mical has been adopted and used primarily in Western countri

Cultural significance

Mical has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #5648 in 1946 — currently #772 in the US.

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How else can you spell Mical?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Mekal

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Mical?

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

Mical Grace

How popular is Mical right now?

Holding steady — currently #772 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#772 · Top 0.57%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#772	1,428	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#777	1,408	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#782	1,378	▲ up 14485 · +27460% births
2020	#15267	5	▼ down 2831 · -37% births
2010	#12436	8	▲ up 1003 · +33% births
2000	#13439	6	▼ down 4027
1980	#9412	6	▲ up 58 · +20% births
1975	#9470	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Mical

Best Year2023Rank #772

Peak Count1,428

Average Rank#7794

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 20238 years

The story of Mical

Mical entered American naming records in 1946 and has been in use for over 78 years. With 501 total births recorded, Mical remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9470 in 1975 to #772 in 2023. Mical is used for both genders: 34% female and 66% male.

Names that peaked alongside Mical in 1946:

Mary Linda Patricia Barbara Carol

Mical by decade

Mical peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	5
1950s	5
1960s	14
1970s	126
1980s ★	136
1990s	100
2000s	80
2010s	30
2020s	5

💎Mical has only 501 total recorded births since 1946 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Mical?

Common

MicMicieMicy

Famous people named Mical

Mical (historical community leader)

Mical led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.

Mical (historical figure)

Mical bore this name in the Biblical tradition, reflecting its deep roots in Hebrew scripture and culture.

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What names sound and feel like Mical?

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

American · Who is like

Mitchal

Hebrew · Gift from God

Mital

Indian · A beloved name

Miral

Arabic · A name meaning

Mikal

American · who is like

Minal

India · A gift, something

Common questions about the name Mical

What does the name Mical mean?

Mical means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in Hebrew 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 Mical?

Mical is currently ranked #772 as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Mical?

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

How do you pronounce the name Mical?

Mical is a three-syllable name pronounced M IY1 K AE1 L. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Mical?

Mical pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hebrew heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.