Miguel
Meaning of Miguel
Miguel is a male name with Spanish origins, pronounced as mee-GEL in English and Spanish. Its charm lies in its robustness and simplicity, yet it carries an inherent elegance that makes it a favorite among parents across cultures. Some of the popular variations for Miguel include Miguelito and Miggy, adding a playful touch to this traditional name. In the United States, Miguel has consistently been a preferred choice for parents over the years. It has maintained a steady presence on the popularity charts, ranking within the top 200 names since 1955. This demonstrates how Miguel's timeless appeal transcends trends, making it an enduring choice for your baby boy.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as mee-GEL (/miˈdʒɛl/)
American English
- Pronunced as mee-GEL (/miˈɡɛl/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as mee-GEL (/miˈɣel/)
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Notable People Named Miguel
| Miguel Ángel Asturias Rosales, a Guatemalan Nobel Prize-winning writer, highlighted the significance of indigenous cultures through his poetry, novels, and journalism. |
| Miguel de Unamuno y Jugo was a versatile Spanish writer, philosopher, and educator known for his contributions to literature and academia. |
| Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, a renowned Early Modern Spanish writer, is best known for his influential novel Don Quixote, considered the first modern novel and one of the most significant works in world literature. |
| Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, also known as Miguel Hidalgo, was a Catholic priest and leader of the Mexican War of Independence, revered as the Father of the Nation. |
| Miguel Induráin Larraya is a retired Spanish road racing cyclist who won five consecutive Tours de France from 1991 to 1995. |
| Miguel Zenón is a highly acclaimed Puerto Rican alto saxophonist, composer, and band leader, known for his multiple Grammy Award nominations and prestigious fellowships. |
| Miguel López de Legazpi was a Spanish conquistador who led the expedition to conquer the Philippine islands in the mid-16th century and established the first Spanish settlement in the East Indies. |
| Miguel Hernández Gilabert was a self-taught 20th-century Spanish poet and playwright associated with the Generation of '27 and the Generation of '36 movements, known for his resilience and literary contributions despite a challenging upbringing. |
| Blessed Miguel Pro, SJ was a Mexican Jesuit priest executed under false charges during the presidency of Plutarco Elías Calles. |
| Miguel Grau Seminario - Miguel María Grau Seminario, known as el Caballero de los Mares, was a revered Peruvian naval officer and hero of the naval battle of Angamos, esteemed for his chivalrous treatment of defeated enemies and considered an iconic figure for the Peruvian Navy. |
| Miguel Angel Cardona is the current United States Secretary of Education under President Joe Biden and a former commissioner of the Connecticut State Department of Education. |
| Francisco Luis Febres-Cordero y Muñoz, also known as Miguel Febres Cordero and Brother Miguel, was an Ecuadorian Roman Catholic religious brother who was a member of the La Salle Brothers. |
| Miguel Ángel Revilla Roiz is a prominent Spanish politician and economist who served as the President of Cantabria for two non-consecutive terms, making him the longest-serving president in the region's history. |
| João Miguel Macedo Silva is a Portuguese professional footballer and goalkeeper for Israeli Premier League club Beitar Jerusalem. |
| Miguel Ángel Nadal Homar is a retired Spanish footballer known for his versatility as a defender and midfielder. |
