Holding steady.
Popularity of Michaelpaul since 1975
Babies named Michaelpaul per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 34 |
| 1980s | 76 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Michaelpaul is a modern compound name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1975. It reached its peak popularity in 1979, ranking as the 1979 peak year for this combination. The name has remained stable in usage since then, with no significant rise or decline. While it has never been among the top names nationally, it reflects a mid-century trend of double-barreled first names that combine two classic choices. Families choosing Michaelpaul often honor relatives named Michael and Paul, blending them into a single given name that maintains both origins.
Michaelpaul is a modern double-barreled name combining Michael (from Hebrew Mikha'el, 'Who is like God?') and Paul (from Latin Paulus, 'small' or 'humble'). Such compound first names became fashionable in the United States in the mid-20th century, often used to honor family members or to merge two beloved names. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1975 and peaked in popularity in 1979.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mike, Mickey, Paulie, M.P.
Variants: Michael Paul, Mike-Paul
Sibling names for Michaelpaul
Names that share Michaelpaul's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Maryanne, Annemarie, Johnna, Christina, Theresa
Brothers: Davidjohn, Jamesrobert, Williamthomas, Josephmark, Patrickjohn
