Declining since 2008, #2,480 for boys today.
Popularity of Miguelangel since 1973
Babies named Miguelangel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 56 |
| 1980s | 327 |
| 1990s | 921 |
| 2000s | 1,449 |
| 2010s | 937 |
| 2020s | 323 |
Meaning & origin
Miguelangel is a compound Spanish name that entered U.S. birth records in 1973. Its popularity peaked in 2009, when it ranked highest, and has since followed a declining trajectory that began around 2008. In 2025 it ranked 2,480, with a rate of about 1 in 31,631 newborn boys. The name is most concentrated in California and Texas, reflecting its strong roots in Hispanic communities. While not among the most common names, it maintains steady usage among families who value religious tradition and the dual homage to the archangels Michael and Gabriel (via Angel).
Miguelangel is a compound given name combining Miguel (the Spanish form of Michael, from Hebrew Mikha'el 'Who is like God?') and Angel (from Greek angelos 'messenger'). It is a common Hispanic tradition to form compound names honoring religious figures, especially archangels. The name has been used in Spanish-speaking countries for centuries, though its appearance in U.S. records began in the 1970s, reflecting immigration patterns.
Where Miguelangel is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Miguel, Angel, Migue, Angie
Variants: Miguel Ángel
Sibling names for Miguelangel
Names that share Miguelangel's style, for a brother or sister.
