BoyHebrew
Miguel
Meaning: Who is like God?
About Miguel
Miguel is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Who is like God?,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Michael. Indicative pronunciation: mee-GEL. Popular note: Spanish/Portuguese form. When considering Miguel, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.
Origin
Hebrew
Variants
Michael
Pronunciation
mee-GEL
Popularity note
Spanish/Portuguese form
FAQ — Miguel
What does the name Miguel mean?
Short meaning: Who is like God?. See the long description above for cultural context.
What is the origin of Miguel?
Most associated origin: Hebrew.
Are there variants of Miguel?
Related forms: Michael.