Miguel

Meaning of Miguel

It means "Who is like God?" and is a question that implies no one is.

Miguel has Hebrew roots — browse every Hebrew baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Miguel

Miguel has cooled off, slipping to #212 in 2025, down from a peak of #86 in 2000.

Notable people named Miguel

• Miguel de Cervantes
  Spanish novelist, poet, playwright
• Miguel Cabrera
  Venezuelan professional baseball player
• Miguel Ferrer
  American actor
• Miguel Ángel Félix Gallardo
  Mexican drug lord
• Miguel Induráin
  Spanish retired road cyclist

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Questions about the name Miguel

What does the name Miguel mean?

Miguel means it means "who is like god?" and is a question that implies no one is, and it comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Miguel a boy's or a girl's name?

Miguel is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Miguel?

In 2025, Miguel ranked #212 for boys, down from #189 the year before.

When was Miguel most popular?

Miguel peaked at #86 in 2000.