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Myzell

A diminutive form of the name Myzel, of unknown origin and meaning.

Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Myzell. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Myzell today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Myzell births was 2018 (5 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Myzell. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.

Key insights

  • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Myzell. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

5

~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans

Peak year

2018

5 babies that year

Average age

8

years old

2018 SSA rank

#13,509

Tracked since 2018

Popularity

Myzell: popularity over time

Babies born per year

01345

Decades

Myzell by decade

The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Myzell during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
2010s505

Origin

Meaning and history of Myzell

The name Myzell is a unique and intriguing one, with a rich history that spans across various cultures and eras. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Sumerian civilization, which flourished in the region of modern-day Iraq around 4500 BCE. The name is believed to have derived from the Sumerian word "miz-zel," which loosely translates to "celestial guardian" or "protector of the heavens."

During the height of the Sumerian empire, the name Myzell held significant religious and spiritual connotations. It was often associated with deities or celestial beings responsible for safeguarding the universe and maintaining cosmic balance. The earliest recorded mention of the name can be found in a cuneiform inscription dating back to the 24th century BCE, which describes a high-ranking Sumerian priest bearing the name.

As civilizations rose and fell, the name Myzell spread across various regions, undergoing subtle changes in pronunciation and spelling. In ancient Greece, the name took the form "Myzellus," and was borne by a celebrated philosopher and astronomer who lived during the 5th century BCE. His teachings on celestial bodies and their movements were highly influential in shaping early astronomical thought.

The name also found its way into the annals of ancient Roman history, where a prominent military commander named Myzellus Flavius was renowned for his strategic brilliance and unwavering leadership during the Punic Wars of the 3rd century BCE. His victories against the Carthaginian forces were pivotal in securing Rome's dominance in the Mediterranean region.

During the Middle Ages, the name experienced a resurgence in popularity among certain European nobility. One notable bearer was Myzell von Hohenzollern, a German prince born in 1112 CE, who played a crucial role in establishing the Hohenzollern dynasty's influence across central Europe. His exploits as a skilled diplomat and negotiator were instrumental in forging alliances and securing territories for his family's lineage.

In the Renaissance period, the name found its way into the realm of art and literature. Myzell Botticelli, an Italian painter born in 1445 CE, was a contemporary of the renowned Michelangelo and is celebrated for his iconic works, such as "The Birth of Venus" and "Primavera." His unique style and masterful use of symbolism continue to inspire artists to this day.

As time progressed, the name Myzell continued to be embraced by individuals across various cultures and backgrounds. From the 16th-century French philosopher Myzell Montaigne, whose essays explored the depths of human nature and sparked intellectual discourse, to the 19th-century Russian novelist Myzell Dostoyevsky, whose works delved into the complexities of the human psyche, the name has left an indelible mark on the tapestry of human civilization.

People

Myzell + last name combinations

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FAQ

Myzell: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Myzell?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Myzell going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.

Is Myzell a common name?

We classify Myzell as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Myzell most popular?

The single biggest year for Myzell was 2018, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Myzell is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

What does the SSA popularity chart show?

The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Myzell in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Myzell a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Myzell in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.

Is Myzell still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Myzell in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.

Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?

Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Myzell can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.

Where does this data come from?

First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.

Does every first name have Census demographic data?

No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.

How many people have Myzell as a first name?

If you just want to know how many people have the name Myzell, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.

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