What does the name Michael mean?

The name Michael means "Who is like God?".

What is the origin of the name Michael?

Michael is a name of Hebrew origin.

In 2023, 8,189 babies were named Michael in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Yes, Michael is traditionally used as a boy's name.

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Biblical Popular

Births Last Year: 8,189 ↘

All-Time Total: 4,405,822

Peak Year: 1957

Michael is a Hebrew name meaning "Who is like God?" It is derived from the question asked by the archangel Michael in the Bible.

Boy names closely related to Michael

Austin Logan Lucas Zachary Steven Ryan Joseph Jacob

Girl names closely related to Michael

Madison Julia Hannah Chloe Zara Layla Ella Eva

Names with similar meaning to Michael

Makai Makaila Makayla Mckay Mckayla Mechelle Micaela Micah

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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