Miguel
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Miguel is a boy name of Spanish origin meaning "Who is like the Lord?".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Spanish
Religion
Christian
Popularity
18 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
Who is like the Lord?
Etymology
From Hebrew מִיכָאֵל (Mikha'el) meaning 'who is like God', transmitted through Greek Μιχαήλ and Latin Michael into Spanish as Miguel.
Famous People Named Miguel
- Miguel de Cervantes — Spanish novelist, poet, and playwright (1547-1616)
- Miguel Ángel Asturias — Guatemalan writer and diplomat (1899–1974)
- Miguel de Unamuno — Spanish poet (1864-1936)
- Miguel Monteiro — Portuguese footballer
- Miguel Bosé — Spanish-Italian musician, singer and actor
Frequently Asked Questions About Miguel
What does the name Miguel mean?
Miguel means "Who is like the Lord?", and is of Spanish origin.
What is the origin of the name Miguel?
Miguel originates from Spanish, commonly used in Iberian Peninsula.
Is Miguel a boy or girl name?
Miguel is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Miguel associated with?
Miguel is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Miguel?
Yes — notable people named Miguel include Miguel de Cervantes (Spanish novelist, 1547-1616), Miguel Ángel Asturias (Guatemalan writer and diplomat, 1899–1974), Miguel de Unamuno (Spanish poet, 1864-1936), Miguel Monteiro (Portuguese footballer) and Miguel Bosé (Spanish-Italian musician).
Last updated: June 2026