| Meaning | who is like God |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Mi-cheal |
This timeless classic has graced countless generations, proving its enduring appeal across cultures and centuries. The name represents reliability and strength, qualities that never go out of style regardless of changing trends. Its widespread recognition means your child will rarely encounter pronunciation difficulties, yet it remains beloved rather than boring. The name has produced countless notable figures across every field imaginable, from arts to sciences to sports, providing inspiring role models. Its versatility shines through the variety of nickname options available, from Mike to Mick to Mickey, allowing personality to dictate preference. The formal version maintains dignity in professional settings while the casual forms offer warmth in personal relationships. Parents appreciate the name's ability to fit comfortably in any cultural context, making it ideal for families with diverse backgrounds or international connections. The familiarity breeds comfort rather than monotony, as the name's solid foundation allows individual personality to shine through without the name itself demanding attention.
| Micah |
| Miguel |
| Mikhail |
| Michel |
| Michelangelo |
| Michal |
| Michail |
| Mick |
| Mikey |
| Misha |
| Mykola |
| Mikael |
| Mikkel |
| Mikolaj |
| Mykhailo |
| Mihailo |
| Mitchell |
| Mitchel |
| Michalis |
| Michelino |
| Mike |
| Mick |
| Mickey |
| Mikey |
| Misha |
| Michael Jackson | American singer |
| Michael Jordan | American basketball player |
| Michael Phelps | American swimmer |
| Michael Caine | British actor |
| Michael Fassbender | German-Irish actor |
| Michael B. Jordan | American actor |
| Michael J. Fox | Canadian-American actor |
| Michael Douglas | American actor |
| Michael Schumacher | German racing driver |
| Michael Keaton | American actor |
| Michael Bublé | Canadian singer |
| Michael Clarke Duncan | American actor |
| Michael Bolton | American singer |
| Michael Bay | American filmmaker |
| Michael Palin | British comedian and actor |
| Michael Owen | English former footballer |
| Michael Chang | American tennis player |
| Michael Vick | American football player |
| Michael Nyqvist | Swedish actor |
| Michael Irvin | American football player |
| Michael Corleone | The Godfather |
| Michael Scott | The Office |
| Michael Myers | Halloween |
| Michael Bluth | Arrested Development |
| Michael Knight | Knight Rider |
| Michaelangelo "Mikey" Jones | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles |
| Michael Scofield | Prison Break |
| Michael "Mike" Hanlon | It |
| Michael Westen | Burn Notice |
| Michael Garibaldi | Babylon 5 |
| Michael Dorsey / Dorothy Michaels | Tootsie |
| Michael "Mike" Ehrmantraut | Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul |
| Michael Kelso | That '70s Show |
| Michael Guerin | Roswell |
| Michael Ginsberg | Mad Men |
| Michael Vaughn | Alias |
| Michael De Santa | Grand Theft Auto V |
| Michael Burnham | Star Trek - Discovery |
| Michael "Mike" Wazowski | Monsters, Inc |
| Michael Knighton | The Michael Knighton Show |