Michael: name meaning and origin

Michael

who is like God?

Hebrew · Boy · 2 syllables

Michael is a Hebrew name meaning "who is like God?". It has 2 syllables, stressed on Mi, and is traditionally a boy's name.

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What does the name Michael mean?

Michael is a Hebrew name meaning "who is like God?".

How many syllables are in Michael?

Michael has 2 syllables (Mi-chael), with the stress usually on "Mi".

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

Michael is traditionally a boy's name.