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Michael vs Greyson

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
Greyson Rank #127

Michael is more popular, ranked #18 vs #127 for Greyson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Michael or Greyson more popular?

Michael is more popular, ranked #18 compared to Greyson at #127 in the United States.

What do Michael and Greyson mean?

Michael means "who resembles God" (Hebrew origin). Greyson means "son of the grey-haired one" (English origin).

Are Michael and Greyson boy or girl names?

Michael is primarily a boy name. Greyson is primarily a boy name.

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