Mikael
Meaning of Mikael
Mikael is a male name with origins in Hebrew. In English, it is pronounced as mee-KAYL (/miːˈkeɪl/), while in Swedish, it is pronounced as mee-KAHL (/miːkaɛl/). This name also has variations such as Michael and Mikhail. Looking at the data for newborns in the United States of America, Mikael has been steadily used over the years, with varying levels of popularity. In recent years, it has ranked around 1000-1200 in terms of occurrence. However, it's important to note that popularity can change over time and may vary by region.
Pronunciation
Swedish
- Pronunced as mee-KAHL (/miːkaɛl/)
English (from Hebrew)
- Pronunced as mee-KAYL (/miːˈkeɪl/)
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Notable People Named Mikael
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