Deutsch
English
Français
Español
First name Michael - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Hebrew
Nameday
3. February, 29 September
Meaning
Michael is a given name of Hebrew origin used for all genders. Its meaning derives from a rhetorical question translated as "Who is like God?", emphasizing that no one is equal to God. In biblical tradition, Michael is known as an archangel. The name is sometimes mistakenly explained as meaning "the one who is like God," when its actual meaning is the opposite.
Famous people with the first name Michael
- Michael Lyster (Person)
- Michael Peña (Actor)
- George Michael (Musician)
- Michael Olise (Franco-English footballer)
- Michael York (Australian field hockey player)
- Michael Page (British kickboxer)
- Michael Fassbender (Actor)
First names similar to Michael
These names share a close sound or structure with Michael and provide extra inspiration.