Micheal name popularity, meaning and origin
Name Popularity: 52%
Micheal name meaning:
The name Michael is derived from the Hebrew name "Mikha'el," which means "Who is like God?" or "Who is like the Lord?" It is a combination of the words "mikha" (meaning "who") and "el" (meaning "God" or "Lord"). The name is of great importance in various religious traditions, particularly in Christianity, Judaism, and Islam.
In the Bible, Michael is considered one of the archangels and is often depicted as a protector and warrior. He is believed to have a strong connection to God and is associated with qualities like courage, strength, and righteousness. The name Michael has thus come to symbolize divine strength and the ability to stand up for what is right.
In modern times, the name Michael is widely used across different cultures and has remained popular for centuries. It has a timeless and universal appeal, conveying qualities like leadership, integrity, and faith. Parents often choose the name Michael for their sons as it signifies a connection to spirituality, a strong character, and a reminder of the importance of staying true to oneself and one's beliefs.
Origin: Gaelic
Form of Michael. Who is like God.
Related names
Michael , Chaela, Chaeli, Makayla , Mckale, Mckayla , Micaela , Michaela , Michail , Micheal , Micheil, Michel, Michela, Michele , Michella, Mick , Mickey , Micky , Miguel , Mihangel, Mikaela , Mikayla , Mike , Mikel , Mikell, Mikella, Mikelle, Mikhail , Mikki, Mikko, Miko , Miquel, Misha , Mishe, Mishenka, Mitch, Mitchel , Mitchell , Mychaela, Mychajlo, Mychal, Mychele, Mychelle, Mykhaltso, Myghal
Other boys names beginning with M
Statistics
Overall UK ranking: 2301 out of 4789
9 recorded births last year
Change in rank
- 10yrs
-701 - 5yrs
-398 - 1yr
103
Regional popularity
Ranking for this name in various UK regions
Historical popularity of Micheal
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