Makel

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Makel Pronunciation

Makel is pronounced muh-KEL /məˈkɛl/Medium

Meaning: A modern name, variously a spelling of Makell/Michael (from Hebrew Mikha'el, 'who is like God?') and a coinage; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Who is like God?: Makel echoes Michael. Crisp, modern, and warm (said 'muh-KEL').

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Origin LowHebrew, American

MeaningA modern name, variously a spelling of Makell/Michael (from Hebrew Mikha'el, 'who is like God?') and a coinage; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#7524 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2005

Total births (all-time)≈ 745

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Makel is a modern name, variously a spelling of Makell/Michael (from Hebrew Mikha'el, 'who is like God?') and a coinage (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern name (said 'muh-KEL').

In the U.S. it appears as a modern name. Rare, who-is-like-God at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Michael means 'who is like God?' in Hebrew (Mikha'el) — Makel is variously a spelling of Makell/Michael and a coinage — crisp and modern (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'muh-KEL').

Overall data confidence 34%

U.S. Social Security Administration name files — routes layered

Variations

MakellMakaelMakel

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Hebrew American Coinage

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Makel?

Makel is pronounced muh-KEL (/məˈkɛl/). Press play above to hear Makel said aloud.

How do you say Makel?

Makel is said muh-KEL (/məˈkɛl/). Press play above to hear Makel said aloud.

What does the name Makel mean?

Makel is variously a spelling of Makell/Michael ('who is like God?') and a coinage; the routes are layered.

Is Makel a boy or girl name?

Makel is a boy's name.

How popular is Makel?

Makel is a very rare name in the U.S.