Miquel
Meaning of Miquel
Miquel is a unisex name with origins in both Catalan and Spanish. In Catalan, it is pronounced as mee-KEHL (/miˈkɛl/), while in Spanish, it is pronounced as mee-KEL (/miˈkel/). This name also has variations, with Miguel being a common alternative spelling. Miquel has been given to newborns in the United States since at least 1926, and its popularity has fluctuated over the years. In recent years, it has been moderately popular, ranking around 6000-7000 in terms of occurrence. Whether you're looking for a unique name or one with historical usage, Miquel offers a versatile choice for your baby.
Pronunciation
Catalan
- Pronunced as mee-KEHL (/miˈkɛl/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as mee-KEL (/miˈkel/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Miquel
| Miquel Porta is a prominent Catalan physician, epidemiologist, and scholar known for his international work in health research and teaching, as well as his role as the Editor of "A Dictionary of Epidemiology". |
| Miquel Barceló Artigues is a renowned Spanish painter. |
| Miquel Olmo Forte is a retired Spanish footballer and current manager, known for his career as a forward. |
| Miquel Scarlett - Miquel Howard Hugh Scarlett is a right back for Dulwich Hamlet and represents the Guyana national football team. |
| Miquel Martí i Pol - Miquel Marti i Pol was a highly acclaimed Catalan poet of the twentieth century, known for publishing over 1,500 poems. |
| Miquel Barceló was a Spanish editor, translator, and writer known for his work in the science fiction genre. |
| Miquel Mayol i Raynal is a Spanish politician of French nationality who served as a Member of the European Parliament from 2001 to 2004 in Spanish lists. |
