Mikail
Mikail is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of the archangel Michael; 'Who is like God?'”.
| Meaning | Name of the archangel Michael; 'Who is like God?' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic form of Hebrew Michael |
| Arabic spelling | ميكائيل |
| Pronunciation | mee-kah-EEL |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mikail
Mikail is the Arabic and Turkish form of the name of the archangel Michael, one of the great angels in Islam, traditionally associated with rain and provision. The original Hebrew name means 'Who is like God?'. It is a popular boys' name in Turkey, Malaysia, Indonesia and among Muslims in Europe.
Is Mikail a Muslim name?
Yes. Mikail is a Muslim name: it is the name of the archangel Mikail, who is mentioned by name in the Quran.
Is Mikail in the Quran?
The angel is named in the Quran: 'Whoever is an enemy to Allah and His angels and His messengers and Jibril and Mikal...' (Quran 2:98).
Where is the name Mikail used?
Used widely, especially in Turkey, Azerbaijan, Malaysia and Indonesia.
Gifts with the name Mikail
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Spellings and variants of Mikail
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mikail mean?
Mikail means 'Name of the archangel Michael; 'Who is like God?''. It comes from Arabic form of Hebrew Michael.
Is Mikail a Muslim name?
Yes. Mikail is a Muslim name: it is the name of the archangel Mikail, who is mentioned by name in the Quran.
How do you write Mikail in Arabic?
Mikail is written ميكائيل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mikail?
Mikail is pronounced mee-kah-EEL.
Is Mikail mentioned in the Quran?
The angel is named in the Quran: 'Whoever is an enemy to Allah and His angels and His messengers and Jibril and Mikal...' (Quran 2:98).