Michael

Handsome, I like it.

“A name cannot be both infinitely bitter, bland, sh!tty, boring, wack and infinitely unbelievably overused at the same time. I don't think there is such a name.”

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Michael: Hold my bear...! ;)

You really can’t go wrong with the name Michael… it’s VERY popular for a reason!

I love it as a middle name for a girl for some reason, I imagine that will be an unpopular opinion though.

Never seen the appeal in this name, it’s fine though. Also one time I saw this name on a GIRL? It’s fine on a boy but on a girl? No.

This can be great and diverse for some, but it is very common. Probably the most used boy name after John and James. I get leader vibes from this. The name of the archangel has made me view the name as the servant of the Good lord above. Very cool name.

Well, I might as well give my opinion on my own name. So, my parents got this name from my great uncle Mike (but had I been born before my cousin I'd have been called William) and I always resented having a name so commonplace. But I've grown to enjoy my name much more now, even if every other Michael I've met irl has been a total douche canoe.

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Edit: As of August of this year, uncle Mike has died. With his passing I have found a new appreciation for my name. RIP, king.

I personally like the Hebrew name and its power behind it's name. From a Biblical perspective. Michael is one of the archangels and was identified as so in the Bible.
In the book of Daniel in the Old Testament he is named as the protector of Israel and in the book of Revelation in the New Testament he is portrayed as the leader of heaven's armies in the war against Satan and kicks him out of heaven. He is considered the patron saint of soldiers in Christianity. What a very powerful name indeed. My brother's name is Michael and I have always looked up to him with great respect, authority, and as protector.

I really like the name Michael! I think it sounds really strong and awesome. I really don't like my current name and if I could, I would change it to Michael.

In my extended family, we have six Michaels, all of them cousins. And because of that I can say that it is overused to the point where all my relations agree that we shall skip a generation or two before the name gets reintroduced again.

Gollee, people. You can’t just hate on a name because it’s common. Yes, it is, but that doesn’t mean it’s not strong, or timeless for that matter. I will say this, though: Michael is a MALE ONLY name.

Boring, overused name.

Fits for 50's men.

This name is somewhat tricky and selfish though, plus it makes me think of an rude English guy who insults too much.

The name of my love is Mikael and it is the most beautiful name in the world ❤.

Kind of cool but I really appreciate it.

What a great name!

I know it's an obscenely common name, but I still like it a lot. Very pretty.

Boring.

This name is so overused it’s not even funny. Everyday you’ll meet a Michael.

Still a beautiful name, though.

I really love M names, and Michael is no exception. Very handsome name for a guy. Michaela, Mikayla, and Makayla are also very beautiful.

Michael is a firmly masculine name. There are beautiful versions for girls: Michelle, Michele, Michaela, even Mickey. People who name their daughters male names are weird, plain and simple.

So sorry for anyone with this name. It pains me to hear this word spoken aloud. Good nicknames are Mikey, Mikeboy, Mickey Mouse, Mike Moldy, Baddie Michael, etc.

Michael Jackson made the name cooler for me in my opinion. He makes the name have more personality for me now!

I really like this name. Unfortunately, I have an uncle Mike who's not the greatest person. So, I can't use this name for a child...as of NOW. However, if you can, you should totally use it! While common, it's a very nice name. Michael is a cool name.

I do not understand why people say so many negative things about the name Michael.
It is true that Michael's name is famous, but why? One of the reasons for that could be the comfortable dialect, the meaning it has, the successful celebrities who are named Michael or just like the name.
It's so cruel that you suppress it just because you don't like the name. This name is one of the greatest angels of God and its meaning is also beautiful. If many children are called Michael, it means it's a good name that parents are choosing for their child. Anyway, not everyone likes it respectable, but express your opinion respectfully. Maybe a mother wanted to name her son Michael.

I don’t like it, it’s too associated with Michael Jackson, plus it’s so common which makes this name hideous.

I understand why people like this name, it’s strong and masculine. Personally I don’t like how the first vowel feels/sounds due to my Great Lakes version of English. One of the coolest guys in my life right now is a Michael, but like many he goes by a nickname (not even one that’s a derivative of Michael). I’ve never met a boring Michael, that’s for sure.

This name is cool. I like the nicknames Mike and Mikey.

Growing up as a kid in the 90s, I almost always encountered two to three Michaels in one class. In fact, in second grade we had five Michaels in one class alone; just to name one example in my personal experience of how popular this name once was for my generation. It is a good name, don't get me wrong. I just think it is time for a cooling off period for this one particular forename.

Nice name for a BOY. I find it pathetic that people are naming their daughters Michael.

It's not pathetic.

My name is Michael and I am a girl. Yeah some old people raise eyebrows when they hear me say my name. But who cares?! I enjoy it just the same. As for the silly comment below suggesting Michelle, No! I think all names are gender neutral and cis binary bigotry need not apply in the modern era!

Michael is a great name for a girl. I really like it and think it would be a cute name to give to a future daughter of mine.

It's true this name is common, even I know a lot of boys named Michael. I think this name is solid and classic. Hate the nickname Mike, it rhymes with "bike".

Absolutely overused. I think everyone knows a ton of "Mikes". It's a name that lacks in personality.

Although it's extremely common, "Michael" really is a classic! It's very hard not to like it!

This name is even more boring than overused names like David and James.

I love this name! In my opinion, this spelling is better than Micheal.

It isn't my cup of tea. There are definitely worse names out there, but I personally don't like it because it is extremely popular where I live and I have met several Michaels that were horrible.

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I also don't like Mike, Mick, Mikey, Micky and so on as nicknames for Michael.

My mom has always loved this name. I like it, too. I think it's a strong classic name with a beautiful meaning and awesome biblical reference.

A lot better than Micheal! Sounds handsome and mature!

Boring and overused name.

Nice name. It sounds gentle and non-threatening.

Mike and Michael are the only nice names on the site!

Boring, common, dated.

This name is really common, one of the most popular names for men. Michael looks elegant, just a good name. Maybe little bit boring because used so often, but why not, it is really a classic name.

Had 3 Michael's in my class (We called each of them by their surnames only). Though it is a very common name it's strong with a great reputation. I like it.

It's solid, classic, decent, timeless.

It’s alright. Nothing too special about it.

Despite it being so common I really like it - it has a Great symbolic meaning to all forms of Christianity, whether it's Catholic or Protestant, and it also comes with a few nicknames, which I don't think are needed - overall strong, hefty name.

I named my youngest son Michael.. the Archangel of God. It isn't used a lot here in the south eastern United States. He is in 5th grade now and not one year has there been another Michael in any of his classes. It's a classic name.

It's classic but seriously it's too common. It was the most popular male name in the USA for like 40 years? It's time for a break.

So I don't think this is really very relevant but, I personally associate the name Michael with Michael Afton from Five Nights At Freddy’s... which isn’t exactly a good thing. So I believe that he is the FNAF 4 kid’s older brother (there’s a LOT of debate about that) so that theory means that he is the oldest kid of a child murderer, accidentally killed his traumatized little brother, and got his internal organs scooped out because an animatronic needed a skin suit to go out in public. Yep so in Essence...Michael Afton is kinda a terrible person. Thank you for coming to my ted talk :)

Went to a Catholic School in Scotland and this was one of the most common names, along with James, Sean, Ryan, John and Liam. I like it despite how common it is.

In my personal view, the name, despite being crazy common, is really interesting and good. I just have some bad associations about this name.

Here's the thing about Michael (and I've posted something similar for David): it's objectively a good name. Particularly in its English form, it's not too harsh / macho, but the long-I in the beginning keeps the whole thing from becoming a mumble. I totally get its appeal. But a bunch - more like a whole entire boatload and then some - of parents decided Michael would be a good first or middle name for their boys. (It's my own father's middle name.) This might be the absolute most common name of people I know of *any age* (not just my generation). Seriously, if I did a Top 3, I think it would be Michael "Mike", David "Dave", and then probably Mary or Jennifer "Jenny". That is a lot of people.

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Michael needs a nice, long breather before it stops being played out on boys. As for being a feminine name... no. Just stop. Please.

I named my son Michael. I don't know why or what it is but I've always liked this name since I was a small child. I liked Michael Anthony but ended up naming my son after his father Michael Shane.

Love this name I will be using this for one of my kids.

I don't really care for this name. I have an uncle who never visited, never cared for anyone in my family, is a "tough customer", and he pretty much wanted to take my grandmother's money. He visited only a few times. He had chewing tobacco in a water bottle and spilled it all on the floor (We have carpet, WHITE CARPET). I had to clean it all up, disgusting! His middle name is Michael. I don't like this name because of that, and I don't like the way it sounds. He's a good and bad person, everyone has their flaws. Don't let my uncle drive you from this name, the name doesn't make the people who they are, they choose their actions.

Pity that Michael is too popular, as it is a really good, strong name. The only thing that would put me off from using it is its ridiculous popularity (I also have a Michael in the family).

There is nothing wrong with the name Michael, but I personally wouldn't use it, only because it is very popular where I live. I have also met a few Michaels that weren't very nice.

I appreciate the rustic feel this name shoots for, however it sounds more like a woodland shack than a log cabin. Generally, people named Michael are 45-50 year old men with slightly thinning blonde hair and a friendly demeanor. While the person it refers to is nice. It also makes me think of a cat with too many hair balls, so I do not like this name. The popularity does not suit the name, and, personally, I think it should be banished to the endless mists of obscurity.

OMG, like this name is so popular where I'm from that it's not even funny anymore. I mean, if you think this name is good or something then ok, go for it. But be warned that you will find a lot of guys running around named Michael.

It is a nice name. However, I'd say that it is exhaustably overused to the point where most of its charm is gone. But that is just my personal opinion and nothing more. ;)

Decades of extreme popularity have made this a super boring name.

I love the sound of it, but it's just too common for me to use it. For a girl, I'd use Michaela or Michelle :)

It's kinda funny. I know a guy named Michael and everyone teases him and calls him Chichael. He gets mad every time and that's all I can think of when I hear this name, besides the archangel, kings of Russia and Michael Jackson.

Overused, just like all Biblical names. I've met too many jerks with this name, too.

VERY popular.
Only met one decent Michael though.

I quite like this name. It’s too bad it’s gotten painfully overused and that the true meaning has been forgotten. I’ve met a few arrogant Michaels.

I like this name a lot since it reminds me of my late grandfather who, sadly, passed away last year. (sad sigh)
Great name, might consider it for any future baby I might have.

Michael is a purely masculine name that should never be given to a girl as its sound is quite rough, but handsome.
The history of this name is quite grand.

A good, timeless default name. Doesn't need any nicknames.

In the modern, Western world, there is no more dead common name than Michael. Additionally, I have only ever met one Michael that was not a complete jerk. Sometimes I believe we meld to our names, and most Michael's/Mike's are complete aholes. I am very glad that Michael is no longer the most popular name for boys in the US; however, it is still in the top 10. Someone explain that? I still like Michael more than the "trendy" names Millennial parents are naming their boys though.

Is the vibrational coding of Micheal an evil vibrational energy that we shouldn't rename our children with such energy? Given the very first Michael of time has fallen from heaven?
Of all the inmates in jail, 14 out of 50 have the name Michael, which has concerned my interest.

Manly with such a powerful meaning.

I like it. Nickname: Mikey.

Nice name, but too common. If you name a kid this there will most likely be at least 3 other kids in his class with this name.

There is nothing wrong with the name Michael, but it's too common I personally would never use it.

Really weird when Michael is used on a girl, right?

I'm starting to like this name, although I won't use it on a child because it's very common.

If your name is Michael you're probably into Norwegian Death Metal and elven beauty pageants to be honest.

I don't normally like biblical names, but this is an exception. It is my husband's middle name and we have been considering our baby boy to have this name.

Normally I prefer boy names that don’t seem too old-fashioned, but Michael is an exception. After all, Michael is not too old-fashioned. It’s been so popular for boys for years now. It suits a baby boy, a young boy, a grown man and an old man. I truly think that it’s one of those names that will never go out of style. Although, I do realize that Michael has been used as a feminine name too. I wouldn’t name a girl Michael though. Truly one of the male names that just wouldn’t sound right on females. Michael makes a great boy’s name in my opinion.

Just because some women were unfortunately named Michael doesn't mean Michael is a unisex name. Michael is and will always be a male name. I still don't get why parents give their daughters male names.

Love the name, especially spelled Michael, the old way. It's strong and kind sounding, reminds me of Michael the Archangel, and by the way, I liked every guy named Mike that I've ever met.

This is definitely one of my favorite male names of all time. When I think of the name Michael, I think of someone who is kind, confident, and caring. This is on my list for if I ever have kids someday. Michael is also my best friend's name and that just makes me love it even more.

Michael is a popular yet commonly misunderstood name I believe.

This is a nice enough, and certainly classic, name. However, it is just TOO common, to the point of being boring. If you must use it, I think it would be better as a middle name.

Michael is quite a good name, strong and sincere, as well as appealing to various ethnic and religious groups, but horribly overused. There's nothing wrong per say with calling your son Michael, but be aware that he's probably going to encounter a copious amount of people who share his name. If you like Michael, but also think it's overused, some similar options are Raphael, Gabriel, Malachi, and Micah.

One of my favorite masculine names. Strong and classic. The only downside is that it is a little too popular.

Intensely hoping that the popularity will plummet before I have kids! I just love the meaning, it is a very powerful name to uphold when you look at the history. I love the 'protector of Israel'. And Mike is a cute nickname to me.

I like the name.

I hate Mike and Michael. The sound is just hideous, and then there is that moron Michael Pence.

I don't really like this name because of how extremely common it is. Everywhere I go I always run into new people named Michael. And I don't like the name Mike either.

This name is classic, but very common, and the diminutives are boring. Mikey, Mike, Mick... Dull. This name doesn't need to be that popular.

I may have not liked Michael as a first name, but having Matthew Michael together flow as two beautiful middle names.

I used to be named Michael but I didn't like it at all and legally changed my middle name David to my first name. My name now is David Matthew Michael.

Boring, overused, bland...

Sorry to say, but I don't like this name too much. It's way too common and I know at least 50 Mike or Michael's who go to my school. It's just one of those names that have gone out of style and just sounds drab and boring. It's not the worst name out there though.

Very classic, decent and highly respectable but I can't even keep track of all the Michael and Mike's I've encountered throughout my life. This is a nice name but I'm hoping by 2016 it leaves the top 10's. Not exaggerating here, but most guys I know or have known were named this. This name is ridiculously common in my area. More so than Noah or any other ridiculously common name. Michael is a decent name but very overused, especially in my neck of the woods.

It's far too common and stale for me to ever want to hear it again. See, the reason people don't like using popular names is that, after names become popular, you get used to hearing them so much that they become boring and bland. This exact thing has happened with Michael. Please, put the name down for a while.

This Michael Elecks guy above me gives Michael's everywhere a bad name. "Famous apostle," lmao. Poor Jesus is probably shaking his holy head up in heaven at this dude's complete audacity.

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To the point, I think the name Michael is pretty great.

I love this name. It is so strong, and so what if it is common.

The name Michael is a powerful and influential name. I've seen many men bearing the name achieve immeasurable amounts of greatness and influence, affluence... etc. They bring out the best in the lives of others. The name associates with great power and potentiality. People who bear this name hardly fail in life. I Love the name for it moves me to be the best I could.

This name is just so common in my opinion, it's been in the top 10 for over 70 years and it's been the most common for over 40 years. You'd think it's the most common name, but it's actually not since John was the most common every year for centuries, so I prefer Michael with it being a lot less common.

Nice name, but waaaaaaayyy overused. Lol.

This name is officially dad territory now, and besides that it is just way too popular. This name just does not fit on a child anymore.

I know hundreds of Michaels. Way too common for my taste.

So common and so very boring! It's not that great anyway. I love it for a girl though even though it's kind of butch sounding.

I like this name but it's just so common, especially the Nickname Mike. Seriously, I have like 3 Cousins with the name and I know countless people named Michael and so many go by Mike. I like it but it's just so unoriginal.

I know about two times more guys named Michael than I do guys named John. That's a LOT of Michaels (almost all of them going by Mike, too)! I agree with the posters claiming this name has become stale - it was once pleasant, but has become way, way too common as a name.

Michael is a great name, but it's been a popular name for years. Maybe go with another...?

I think Mike is a really, really good name!

This name is nice, but it's just overused.

I like this name, despite the fact it's EXTREMELY common, especially at my high school. Literally, there's probably at least fifteen Michael's in each of the graduating classes at my school. Still, it's a nice name- one of my closest friends is named Michael, and another of my friends is also Michael, though he goes by Mike.

I think the name Michael is a cool, elegant, strong name for a guy. It's funny though, I used to constantly get the spelling wrong of this name as I struggled to remember the vowel order of the 'a' and 'e'. XD.

I know two people in my school named Michael. They are both my friends and they are very gentle and sweet to me. I'm actually friends with both of them. I love this name! I would name my son Michael Andrew or Michael Ryan. I just love the name so much and it's popularity!

For corn's sake the name of the archangel is spelt 'Michael' in English. If you're going to use the name, spell it that way. Spelling it another way will not accomplish anything other than causing puzzlement in other people as to how to pronounce the name; it won't make it sound any different or more 'unique'.

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As for myself, I like the name but I don't really like the nickname 'Mike'. I don't know if someone can try to be called 'Michael' without coming across as formal or as being 'weird about his name'. Also, it is very, very common.

I love this name. I know lots of Michaels and Mikes. Friends relatives, classmates, co-workers. That's probably the only bad thing about it, so many people have the name already. But I might still use it as a middle name. All the Michaels on both sides of my family will be flattered. Every Michael I've known has been very nice.

Michael is a great name, not to mention Michael Jordan.

My mother originally wanted to name me this, "Michael Marcus Augustus" probably would have a better flow and ring to it than "Lee Marcus Augustus", though I like my name "Lee".

I once briefly met a woman named Michael. I know it's super-duper trendy these days to use masculine names on females, but this was an adult woman, not a little girl, so it struck me as really odd. I have to wonder why her parents chose Michael over Michaela or Michelle.

I kinda have mixed feelings on the name Michael. Sure, it's a good, strong, classic name that one can easily grow up with, and I love Michael Jackson and Michael Phelps and I've met lots of nice Michaels. But it's just gotten so popular to the point where I find it boring. I don't even think James or John are nearly as common as Michael these days. There are Michaels EVERYWHERE. Plus, it's pretty much the default middle name given to boys by lazy parents (like Marie for girls). I don't really like the nickname Mike either. It sounds like a generic dumb jock name.

I think this name is so classic, no matter how common it is. My boyfriend's name is Michael (Michael Francis), and I love the meaning behind the name and its history. I think the name will always be relevant and a good choice for any baby boy- it's a strong, very masculine name and can be easily paired with a lot of other names.

Whilst I agree that this name is very common I just love it! It's my partners name and I think it is manly and suits people of all ages.

I hate the name for a couple different reasons. First of all it is entirely too common, yes everyone should give their child a strong name, but when you have half a dozen Michael/Mike's in a classroom it interferes with the way the classroom works. The teacher has to turn around and face the class to point to which Michael or they have to resort to using a boys full name 'Michael Smith' or 'Michael Jones'. Secondly, I despise Michael Jackson, it's a person dislike for both the name and the so called singer. Finally, if you give your child a name, why would you give them a nickname? If you want to call your child Mike, why waste the ink naming him Michael? I have several good friends named Michael and they're all good guys. I also know a bunch of lazy guys named Michael. So it doesn't describe a particular type of guy.

I don't understand why you rely your meaning of the names based on what media dictates from bashing celebrities who bear the names, when it is supposed to base on their Etymologies. Poor Michael Jackson, people say I hate the name Michael because it's the name of a pedo, a child molester, a wacko, a gay, blah blah blah, when if you actually trace the Etymology of the name from it's Hebrew roots, it means "who is like God" which implies a statement that there is no one like God. It may also meant "there's no greater force than Love". The court, FBI & autopsy findings are done leaking the truth about MJ's innocence, but people still feed on the terrible media junkies.
Ranting aside, Archangel Michael could be the close derivation of MJ's name. He was a messenger of God for creating songs that contain the message of love, brotherhood, friendship & caring for Mother Earth, and he was a warrior for fighting for equality, anti-racism & supporting charities for the children.
Come on, open your mind. You can't say I hate the name Michael because it's a weirdo name. That's not fair. How could you hate this name that was originally the name of a high ranked Archangel?

I personally hate the name Michael. It's the single most overused name in the world, I'm pretty sure of that. I know probably 100 Michaels, including my stepdad, stepbrother, nephew, and at least 15 cousins, not to mention all the Michaels I went to school with. ENOUGH ALREADY! GIVE THIS NAME A BREAK, PLEASE!

This name is quite refined, but only because it has a certain sort of 'coldness' that sticks in the memory forever.

Every "Mike" (which is what 99% of all Michaels seem to go by) I've ever met was a jerk, starting with my stepfather. This is probably my least favorite boys name. Yes, it is masculine, classic, easy to spell and what not, but I simply cannot get over the bad associations I have. The name kind of sounds like "My kill" to me as well, but that might just be in my head.

There's a reason why names are popular. They're good names. Michael's one of them. If you think a name's good, then use it.

This name is a bit too common, and strikes me as the sort of name that you use when you can't think of anything else.

John and Michael have to be the most popular names in the world and their popularity is not decreasing. Parents should start being more creative.

If a name is popular, than that usually means it's a good name because many people choose to name their child this.

There is a reason why this name is so popular after so many years. It's a good name. Who cares if it's popular.
To me someone who says they love a name but won't give it to their child because of it's popularity are just mental.
Get over the popularity aspect, if you love the name, give it to your child. If not, pick a different one. Geez.

I know a girl named Michael. I think it is very cute for a girl. When I first heard it I said, "Wow I love unisex names now!" lol.

It's a nice enough name (it's my dad's) but I hear it almost everyday. Lay off this name for a little bit.

I do believe this name only grows more common with each passing day and with each new life entered into this world... regardless of my dislike for common names, I think this one is well deserved. It is a very strong name. It is easily fitting to a young boy, but with grow with him into adulthood and through the serious business world.

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Considering nearly every name in our vocabulary comes from a Saint (or has been in use by one), Michael is one to be proud of (as are all... but you get my point). Patron Saint of Armies? Saint of Soldiers? Saint of Warriors? What boy would not want a name much like that one?

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I prefer it reversed into a different language... Italian mainly, simply because it is so popular. Being in a different variation and ethnic background gives a new glow.

Ughh. This name is SOOOO overused. I have a weak spot for some common names (Matthew, Catherine, William, Jennifer... you get my point) but I literally hear this one every day. Pick something else.

I love Michael as a middle name for a boy.

Michael Jackson ruined it for me. Plus, the name is everywhere, and it needs to be given a rest.

Popularity does not matter to me. I feel sorry for you if you think how popular the name is matters. This is a great/good name.

I like the name Michael even though every other boy has this name! Also I love Michael Jackson, he's amazing, so that helps too!

It doesn't matter if the name is common- IT IS A GREAT NAME! Morons today want to be unique, even if their uniqueness makes them look like idiots (Hi, my name is Jayden).

This is a very good name for a boy. I have a cousin with this name. We just call him Michael though he doesn't like it when I try to call him Mike or Mikey.

I absolutely ADORE Michael Jackson! So it's natural for me to like the name Michael.

This is a great, smart choice for a name.

This reminds me of Michael Jordan or Michael Jackson. This name is ok, but I don't think it really stands out.

This is one of my favorite names for a boy. Of course I'll probably use it as a middle name since it's so common.

Although this name may not be unique, I believe that it is still a beautiful name for a boy. It's timeless. It sounds refined and classy.

This name is way too overused. Name your kid something more unique.

I hate the name Micheal; it is just too common and too icky. I like the original Hebrew: Mee-ki-l.

I like this name, because of Michael the Archangel. But seriously, I went through my yearbook, and I must have seen well over a dozen Michaels, and that was just in the seniors. Way too common.

I am a Jew and I actually associate this name with the archangel. At least if you don't pronounce it Mi-Kai-El. It is a beautiful name if you want to show your commitment to God. If you're Christian though, please don't use this name with the translation in mind. By comparing Jesus to God you are ruining the name's true meaning which is that no one is like God.

My husband is Michael. Michael is a strong handsome name, but rarely is he called "Mike". Maybe "Mikey" on occasion.

One of the most overused (and therefore, sadly boring) names for boys of all time, in my opinion.

My boyfriend's name is Michael and I love it! It's a cute, strong name, although it gets confusing after a while. I know too many people named Mike!

Actor Michael Muhney - known for playing Sheriff Lamb on the TV Show Veronica Mars - named his daughter Ella Michael Muhney.

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I think it's a lovely combination and very cute - I wouldn't use Michael as my daughter's first name though due to my dad being a Michael, too - using it as a my daughter's name makes a perfect choice.

Who cares if it's common? I don't think that should change the way people feel about a name.

Michael is a common name and I know a ton of them. I use to hate the name, but then it has grown on me. The only thing is each of them needs a nickname besides Mike so I don't get all of them confused when talking in a convo haha.

Name's okay, quite common. Hahah, you won't find me complaining about it.

I absolutely LOVE this name, it's so masculine. One of my very favorite names. :)

I like this name, but give it a rest. I have plenty of relatives and friends of all ages with this name. It just seems stale after being used so many times.

I really don't like it, and especially don't like the nickname Mike. But I'm absolutely in love with the Hebrew pronunciation. Not that that's how it would be pronounced it you sent them to school. Unless you spelled it out to sound that way.

I like this name so long as it isn't shortened to anything. No Mikes or Micks, just Michael. It's so popular though, everyone knows a Michael.

This name is extremely overused. There are 9 Michaels in my grade alone at my school.

I LOVE this name! I've known about a zillion Michaels, true, but it fit every one of them! It is such an awesome, versatile name.

Please! Have mercy! We don't need any more Michaels or Mikes in the world. WAAAY OVERUSED! Ugh.

This is my husband's name, and I think it suits him very well. I don't really really like this name. I like it to some extent, but it's not in my top 20. Or my top 40 even. It's just too popular for me. So I don't think we'll ever use this name for any of our sons.

I love Michael Jackson, so I love this name too. But I like many other Hebrew names too.

My name is Michael and I hate it because it is about as unique as a handful of dirt. Seriously! Never name your kids "popular" names. In my first hour last year, there were seriously 5 OTHER MICHAELS! Ugh!

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My only escape from this is to go by Mike (which all the other Michaels do), but spell it Myke instead of Mike. It's a hard name to live with when there are so many others, and it was my only choice.

Good solid male name. It's amazing how much more sensible the top boys' names are than the girls' names. I guess people still want to give their boys good, responsible names with which to enter the world, while they want their daughters to have names more appropriate to strippers and cartoon characters.

I like the spelling "Meichal" a lot. Meichal Twist. Very cute name!

I personally think the name Michael is overused, but again I have a tendency to prefer names that are not so overused.

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I am surprised that nobody has mentioned Michael from the TV show Roswell. He is one of the main characters in that show.

I don't know why but there is some reason I REALLY dislike this name. It does nothing for me, I find it rather ugly. But I am clearly in the minority because it's extremely popular! I've known some Michaels/Mikes who seemed like nice guys, though, so at least it has association on its side.

Michael is common, but that only tells that so many people love this name! Michael reminds me of a handsome, intelligent man.

This name is so popular and overused that I would hesitate to use it. There are four people in my grade with this name. It is also my brother's name, but he goes by "Mikey." It's time to lay off this name for a while.

I disagree that the name Michael is overused. My son's name is Michael and he is 9 we have only met a few other Michaels. In the 70's I do agree that Michael was overused. My husband is Mike and I went to school with a dozen Mikes. But it is a classic name and every Mike I met I did like. Better to use a classic name than a trendy name that is overused!

I actually love most Hebrew names like this one.

Strangely it seems, all the Michaels I know (5 at last count) are crazy/paranoid. I don't know. Maybe it's just me!

I really like that name and when I hear it I think of somebody quiet and polite, maybe because all of the Michaels that I know ARE quiet and very polite.

It is a beautiful name - the name of an angel. (Seriously, Archangel Michael killed one of Satan's dragons)

When I was younger my parents had a female friend whose name was Michael. I always kind of liked it on a woman - unusual without being unfamiliar. And there's an actress named Michael Michele - I think she was on ER?

Nice, simple name. A good one, I think.

I like the name Michael, but it's way too popular for me!

I like this name, but it's a tad too popular for me!

I know way too many guys named Michael that I wouldn't use this name.

This name was the number one for like forty years. I stopped liking this name about a million Michaels ago.

I don't like the name 'Michael', it is way overused, seriously. I hate the name, I have relatives with the name.

I like this this name quite a bit, it is not overly masculine and fierce(yuck), and with a nice sound.

It's just a little too common for me. It's a nice name, and I like the nickname Mike, but I wouldn't give this name to my son. There are just so many little boys named Michael, and they often aren't given the option--their names are automatically shortened.

Michael is a rather mysterious name. Common but nice.

I love this name. Besides the fact that the name is just pretty in itself, there are Michaels I like: Michael W. Smith from The Tribe and Michael from the Princess Diaries. My favourite boy's name. ;)

It sounds more than overused to me. When I first hear it I either think of basketball, or The Godfather but then I don't seem to like the nickname 'Mikey' or Peter Pan (Disney, funnily enough I don't know why because it is also in the other versions of Peter Pan...duh) or unfortunately, other bearers of this name I won't need to say because well...yeah. I prefer the pronunciation of MEE-KAI-EL, sounds more original. But I am not saying Michael is all that bad, it's ok er, just gotten to common.

In my eyes Michael is a strong sounding name. I, however, do not like Mike or Mikey as nicknames for Michael.

To me this name has a lot of strength behind it. I have found it to have great meaning for me since my oldest son is named this. I personally feel that it has status!