Mykal is a name of Ukrainian origin and it means "gifts from God". It is also considered to be a variant of the name Michael, which has Hebrew origins and means "who is like God?". The name Mykal has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries such as the United States and Canada. However, it remains relatively uncommon compared to other names with similar meanings, such as Michael or Gabriel. There is not much historical information available about people named Mykal, but it is known that the name has been used by various individuals throughout history. For example, there was a Ukrainian musician named Mykal Amend who gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s for his work with the band Blue Öyster Cult. Today, Mykal continues to be a unique and distinctive name choice for parents looking for something different for their child.
The name Mykal had a peak popularity between 1997 and 1999 with notable spikes of 19 births in 1997 and 24 births in 1998. However, the overall trend shows considerable fluctuation, with some years seeing as few as 5 or 6 births. The total number of births with this name over these years is 332.