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Abraham vs Michael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Michael

Boy #18 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"who resembles God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Italian French Jewish Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#18
Total SSA Count
8,189
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Abraham Rank #204
Michael Rank #18

Michael is more popular, ranked #18 vs #204 for Abraham.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abraham or Michael more popular?

Michael is more popular, ranked #18 compared to Abraham at #204 in the United States.

What do Abraham and Michael mean?

Abraham means "father of many nations" (Hebrew origin). Michael means "who resembles God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Abraham and Michael boy or girl names?

Abraham is primarily a boy name. Michael is primarily a boy name.

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