Mikael, derived from the Hebrew name Michael, means "who is like God?" This name has been popular across various cultures and languages, including Scandinavian, Finnish, Swedish, and even as Mikhail in Russian and Mikha'il in Arabic. Mikael is often associated with the archangel Michael, who is believed to protect humanity from evil forces according to Christian traditions. The name's popularity can be attributed to its strong historical and cultural significance.
"Over a century, the name Noela saw fluctuating popularity, peaking at 12 births in 2002 and 11 in 2018, but experiencing periods of low usage like only 5 births in 1920 and again from 1964 to 1974. Most recently, it has maintained a steady popularity with an average of 7-9 births annually since 2013."