Mikkel

Mikkel is the Danish and Norwegian variant of the biblical name Michael, which means "Who is like God?" In Denmark and Norway, the name Mikkel enjoys great popularity and is widely used.

What does the name Mikkel mean?

Mikkel represents a Scandinavian form of the biblical Michael and means "Who is like God?" While the name is very popular in Denmark and Norway, it is less frequently given as a boy's name in Germany compared to the variants Michel, Mika, and Mikail. Another Scandinavian form is Mikael. On an international level, there are various related forms of Michael, including Michail (Greek, Russian), Michal (West Slavic), Michele (Italian), Miguel (Spanish, Portuguese), and Mihály (Hungarian).

Where does the name Mikkel come from?

The first name Mikkel has its roots in the biblical name Mikha'el (Hebrew מִיכָאֵל mîkhā’el) and is a Scandinavian form of Michael. This name is composed of the three ancient Hebrew elements mî (who), kə (like), and ’el (God).

How do you pronounce Mikkel?

The pronunciation of Mikkel is two syllables and distinct. In German, the name is usually pronounced as "Mik-kel" [ˈmɪkəl], starting with a short I sound that is direct and clear. The doubling of the k emphasizes the middle part of the name. The final l provides a soft sound. Mikkel radiates a Nordic and down-to-earth aura – a name with clear structure and calm presence.

When is the name day of Mikkel?

The most important name day for Mikkel falls on September 29.

Popularity

In Germany, Mikkel is among the very sought-after first names. Currently, it ranks 541st on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2021 when it reached 521st place. Over the last ten years, Mikkel has been given as a first name approximately 780 times, placing it 651st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 710th.

Nicknames & pet names

Mikkelchen / Mikky

Similar first names

Famous people

• Mikkel Aaland (Photographer from America)
• Mikkel Andersen (Footballer from Denmark)
• Mikkel Bang (Norwegian snowboarder)
• Mikkel Beck (Danish football player)
• Mikkel Bischoff (Danish footballer)
• Mikkel Bodker (Danish ice hockey player)
• Mikkel Christoffersen (Football player from Denmark)
• Mikkel Cramer (Football player from Denmark)
• Mikkel Delbo Larsen (Danish badminton player)
• Mikkel Duelund (Danish football player)
• Mikkel Elbjorn (Danish badminton player)
• Mikkel Hansen (Handball player)
• Mikkel Hess (Danish musician)
• Mikkel Hindhede (Spanish physicist)
• Mikkel Jensen (Danish football player)
• Mikkel Kessler (Danish boxer)
• Mikkel Kirkeskov (Danish football player)
• Mikkel Lund (Cyclist from Denmark)
• Mikkel Mac (Danish racing driver)
• Mikkel Maigaard (Danish football player)