Michael: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Who is like God, a name of archangels and champions.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #18
- Peak
- #1 in 1957
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Michael Means
Michael is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Who is like God, a name of archangels and champions.
How Popular Michael Is
Michael currently ranks #18 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1 in 1957. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Michael
- Michael was the number one boy name for 44 years from 1954 to 1998.
- Michael Jordan, Michael Jackson, and Michael B. Jordan are iconic bearers.
- The archangel Michael is revered across Christianity, Judaism, and Islam.
Names Like Michael
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Michael
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Michael.
Questions About Michael
What does Michael mean?
Michael is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Who is like God, a name of archangels and champions.
How popular is Michael?
Michael currently ranks #18 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1 in 1957. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Michael come from?
Michael comes from Hebrew roots. Michael was the number one boy name for 44 years from 1954 to 1998.
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