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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Who is like God? (a form of Michael)
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- mee-KAHL
Michal is a Hebrew name that means "who is like God?" and is a form of Michael. It's pronounced mee-KAHL and works for any child, with a classic, worldly feel that has stayed timeless.
Meaning & Origin of Michal
Meaning: Who is like God? (a form of Michael).
Origin: Hebrew.
How to Pronounce Michal
mee-KAHLIPA /miˈkɑːl/
Popularity of Michal
Michal peaked in the U.S. at #856 in 1942, when 81 babies were given the name. By 2024 it ranked #3612, with 43 babies, so it's a rare find today.
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FAQ
What does the name Michal mean?
Who is like God? (a form of Michael).
How do you pronounce Michal?
Michal is pronounced mee-KAHL (IPA: /miˈkɑːl/).
Is Michal a popular name right now?
Michal peaked at #856 in 1942 and is ranked #3612 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1911–2024.)
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