Mickel is a unique and uncommon given name of Scandinavian origin. It is derived from the Old Norse word 'Mikill,' which means 'great' or 'large.' The name Mickel has been primarily used in Sweden, Norway, and Finland, but it can also be found among individuals of Scandinavian descent worldwide. Traditionally, Mickel has been more prevalent among males, though it is occasionally used as a female name as well. It is often spelled with one 'l' or two 'ls,' with Mickell being another variation of the name.
The name Mickel experienced significant fluctuations in popularity throughout the 20th century. It peaked in the late 1940s and early 1950s with a high of 53 births in 1954, but by the late 1970s, it had become quite uncommon, with fewer than 25 births per year from 1976 onwards. After a brief resurgence in the mid-1980s and early 1990s, it has remained relatively stable with single-digit popularity since the late 1990s.