Mychal
Boy nameMychal has been given to 2,272 babies in the U.S. since 1978. It peaked in 1988. In 2025, about 1 in 341,615 boys was named Mychal.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
2,272
Peak year
1988 (225 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1978
10-year trend
▼ -69%
Gender split
12% girls / 88% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Mychal — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Mychal.
Sibling name ideas for Mychal
Same era and popularity as Mychal, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Mychal?
Mychal has been given to 2,272 babies in the U.S. since 1978. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Mychal peak?
Mychal peaked in 1988, when 225 babies were given the name.
Is Mychal a girl or boy name?
Mychal is primarily a boy name (88% of babies named Mychal are boys).
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