Mary vs Michelle
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Michelle
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Who is like God?
Peak: 1969 (1.95%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Mary | Michelle |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 7.24% | - |
| 1890 | 5.99% | - |
| 1900 | 5.26% | - |
| 1910 | 5.44% | - |
| 1920 | 5.71% | - |
| 1930 | 5.50% | - |
| 1940 | 4.76% | 0.01% |
| 1950 | 3.72% | 0.09% |
| 1960 | 2.48% | 0.48% |
| 1970 | 1.05% | 1.86% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 1.07% |
| 1990 | 0.42% | 0.65% |
| 2000 | 0.31% | 0.28% |
FAQ
Is Mary or Michelle more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Mary peaked in 1880 while Michelle peaked in 1969.
What do Mary and Michelle mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" while Michelle means "Who is like God?".