Michael as a Male Name
Michael is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Michael for a boy get a name with a clear Hebrew heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Michael means “who is like God?” and is of Hebrew origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Mike, Mikhail, Miguel, Michel, Mitchell.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Michael across all genders, see the complete Michael name meaning.
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Is Michael a boy's name?+
Michael is most commonly a boy's name. It means “who is like God?” and is of Hebrew origin.
What does Michael mean?+
Michael means “who is like God?” and originates from Hebrew.