Name comparison · boy names
Michael vs. Miguel
In 2025, Michael leads at #21 among U.S. boys' names, with Miguel at #212. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Michael | Miguel |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Falling | Falling |
| 2025 rank | #21 | #212 |
| Babies in 2025 | 8,094 | 1,661 |
| All-time peak | #1 in 1954 | #86 in 2000 |
| Uniqueness score | 9 / 100 | 29 / 100 |
| Strongest state | New Jersey (#7) | New Mexico (#82) |