Indian name meaning
Michael
♂ BoyMi·chael · 2 syllables
Who is like God
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Most used by
- Christian families
- Commonly used in
- Christian families across India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Grounded, disciplined and dependable — turns steady effort into solid results.
The letters of Michael add up to 22, which reduces to 4.
About the name Michael
Michael is a boy's name of Hebrew origin, most commonly given in Christian families and popular in Christian families across India. It carries the meaning “Who is like God.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Michael has the name number 4, “The Builder.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Michael mean?
Michael means “Who is like God.” It is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Is Michael a boy or a girl name?
Michael is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Michael?
Michael is of Hebrew origin and is most commonly used in Christian families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Michael?
In the Chaldean system, Michael has the name number 4, “The Builder.”
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