Miquel Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmee-KEL / miˈkɛlSpanish; Catalan
Meaning
Spanish: Who is like God?; Catalan: Who is like God?
Historical & Cultural Background
Miquel is a variant of the name Michael, which has biblical origins. It is commonly used in Spanish and Catalan-speaking regions. The name has been popular in various cultures due to its religious significance. Miquel has been borne by notable figures in history and continues to be a favored name in contemporary times.
Trend Summary
Miquel has seen moderate popularity in Spanish-speaking countries, with consistent usage over the years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Miquelito
- Miquelón
International Variants
- Miguel (Spanish)
- Mikael (Swedish)
- Mikhail (Russian)
- Michele (Italian)
Famous people named Miquel
Miquel Barceló is a Spanish painter known for his contemporary art and large-scale installations.
Miquel Iceta is a Spanish politician who has served in various governmental roles.
Miquel de Unamuno was a Spanish writer and philosopher, influential in the Generation of '98.
Miquel Roca is a prominent Spanish lawyer and politician, known for his role in the Spanish Constitution of 1978.
Fictional characters named Miquel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Miquel was first seen in the United States in 1926. Miquel has ranked as high as #1105 nationally, which occurred in 1986, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Miquel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Miquel (1999)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| SC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 16 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 18 |
| 1967 | 25 |
| 1968 | 22 |
| 1969 | 27 |
| 1970 | 35 |
| 1971 | 29 |
| 1972 | 30 |
| 1973 | 30 |
| 1974 | 31 |
| 1975 | 44 |
| 1976 | 38 |
| 1977 | 29 |
| 1978 | 40 |
| 1979 | 44 |
| 1980 | 49 |
| 1981 | 55 |
| 1982 | 43 |
| 1983 | 43 |
| 1984 | 48 |
| 1985 | 57 |
| 1986 | 61 |
| 1987 | 44 |
| 1988 | 45 |
| 1989 | 49 |
| 1990 | 52 |
| 1991 | 47 |
| 1992 | 54 |
| 1993 | 36 |
| 1994 | 41 |
| 1995 | 45 |
| 1996 | 44 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 38 |
| 1999 | 43 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 30 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 35 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 8 |