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Michael vs Bennett

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

Michael Rank #18
Bennett Rank #60

Michael is more popular, ranked #18 vs #60 for Bennett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Michael or Bennett more popular?

Michael is more popular, ranked #18 compared to Bennett at #60 in the United States.

What do Michael and Bennett mean?

Michael means "who resembles God" (Hebrew origin). Bennett means "blessed" (Latin origin).

Are Michael and Bennett boy or girl names?

Michael is primarily a boy name. Bennett is primarily a boy name.

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