Mikaeel
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Mikaeel: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2024.
Mikaeel is the Arabic form of Michael, derived from the Hebrew Mikha'el, meaning 'Who is like God?'. In Islam, Mikaeel is one of the archangels, responsible for providing sustenance to all creatures, while in Christian and Jewish traditions, Michael is a warrior angel. Perhaps the most famous modern bearer is the Dubai-based Scottish boxer Mikaeel Khan, who competes as a super-lightweight. The name shares its root with the Scottish island of St Michael, though the Arabic form is more directly linked to the angel. A notable variant is Mikael, common in Scandinavia, while the Scottish Mìcheal offers a Gaelic equivalent. Mikaeel remains a relatively uncommon choice in Scotland, giving it a distinctive edge.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20243 babies
- Latest (2024)
- #7273 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2024
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y