Is Miguel a boy or girl name?

Miguel is traditionally a boy's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.

How popular is Miguel?

Miguel scores 67/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2015.

What are good nicknames for Miguel?

Popular nicknames for Miguel: Miki, Miggy, Migue, Miguelito.

What names are similar to Miguel?

Names similar to Miguel: Michael, Michele, Miguelito, Mikael — close in sound, origin, or style.

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Miguel

Miguel is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Michael. The name Michael is derived from the Hebrew name Mikha'el, meaning 'Who is like God?' This rhetorical question implies that no one is like God—a key concept within the Judeo-Christian tradition. Miguel is a name that has been widely used across Spanish-speaking and Portuguese-speaking regions.

IPA: /miˈɣel/ · Simplified: mee-GHEL

Male

Spanish, Portuguese

Hispanic, Lusophone

Iberian Peninsula, Latin America

Strong

Classic

Universal

Spiritual

67/100

Popularity

Falling

10-Year Trend

Countries

2015

Peak Year

Meaning of Miguel

Etymology, origin story, and cultural significance.

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How to pronounce Miguel

IPA notation and a simplified pronunciation guide.

IPA: /miˈɣel/ · Simplified: mee-GHEL

Nicknames for Miguel

Common diminutives and short forms used in everyday life.

Miki

Miggy

Migue

Miguelito

Miguel name popularity

Popularity score over the last 10 years and countries where this name is popular.

Popular in Countries

Top countries where this name is most common.

Mexico

Spain

Brazil

Portugal

United States

International Forms

How this name appears across different languages and cultures.

Mikel

Miguelito

Michel

Michaël

Names like Miguel

Names with a similar feel you might also like.

Michael

Michele

Miguelito

Mikael

Collections featuring Miguel

Curated name lists where this name appears

Spanish names

Personality

Traits and perception commonly associated with this name.

Miguel is often associated with individuals who are reliable and possess a strong sense of duty. They are thought to be introspective, balanced, and possess a harmonious blend of empathy and practicality. The name carries an air of spirituality, stemming from its biblical roots.

Name Day

Traditional celebration date for this name.

Not traditionally celebrated

Famous people named Miguel

Well-known figures who share this name.

Miguel de Cervantes

Spanish novelist, best known for 'Don Quixote' (1547–1616)

Miguel Induráin

Spanish cyclist, five-time Tour de France winner (born 1964)

Frequently asked questions about Miguel

Quick answers on meaning, gender, popularity, and nicknames.

What does Miguel mean?: Here is the meaning behind Miguel: Miguel is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Michael. The name Michael is derived from the Hebrew name Mikha'el, meaning 'Who is like God?' This rhetorical question implies that no one is like God—a key concept within the Judeo-Christian tradition. Miguel is a name that has been widely used across Spanish-speaking and Portuguese-speaking regions.
Is Miguel a boy or girl name?: Miguel is traditionally a boy's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.
How popular is Miguel?: Miguel scores 67/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2015.
What are good nicknames for Miguel?: Popular nicknames for Miguel: Miki, Miggy, Migue, Miguelito.
What names are similar to Miguel?: Names similar to Miguel: Michael, Michele, Miguelito, Mikael — close in sound, origin, or style.

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