Micheal
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Who is like God
Origin: Hebrew/Irish
Popularity: Ranked #1406 in 2025 with 130 babies born.
History: Micheal is an Irish spelling variant of Michael, reflecting the Irish Gaelic form 'Mícheál.' This spelling is used in Ireland as the native language form of the archangel's name. In English-speaking contexts it sometimes appears as an alternate spelling, maintaining the same meaning and profound biblical heritage as the standard Michael.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Micheal? About 1 in 25,604 babies born in 2025 were named Micheal, or roughly 0.4 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Micheal
What does the name Micheal mean?
Micheal means “Who is like God” from Hebrew/Irish roots.
What is the origin of the name Micheal?
Micheal has Hebrew/Irish origin. The traditional meaning is “Who is like God”.
How popular is Micheal?
Micheal ranked #1401 in 2025 — given to 130 babies that year.
When was Micheal most popular?
Micheal peaked in 1957 with 4,830 babies registered that year.
Is Micheal a boy or girl name?
Micheal is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Micheals in registered births are male.
Is the name Micheal rising or falling in popularity?
Micheal has fallen 355 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1046 in 2020 to #1401 in 2025.
How long has Micheal been recorded?
Micheal appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.