Mary vs Michael
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Michael
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Who is like God?
Peak: 1969 (4.66%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Mary | Michael |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 7.24% | 0.30% |
| 1890 | 5.99% | 0.33% |
| 1900 | 5.26% | 0.31% |
| 1910 | 5.44% | 0.40% |
| 1920 | 5.71% | 0.36% |
| 1930 | 5.50% | 0.31% |
| 1940 | 4.76% | 1.12% |
| 1950 | 3.72% | 3.58% |
| 1960 | 2.48% | 3.89% |
| 1970 | 1.05% | 4.48% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 3.70% |
| 1990 | 0.42% | 3.04% |
| 2000 | 0.31% | 1.53% |
FAQ
Is Mary or Michael more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Mary peaked in 1880 while Michael peaked in 1969.
What do Mary and Michael mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" while Michael means "Who is like God?".