Holding steady.
Popularity of Miguelina since 1954
Babies named Miguelina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 17 |
| 1960s | 51 |
| 1970s | 70 |
| 1980s | 57 |
| 1990s | 60 |
| 2000s | 12 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Miguelina is a Spanish feminine name derived from Miguel, the Spanish form of Michael. Its meaning, 'who is like God?', comes from the Hebrew phrase mī kāʼēl. The name was first recorded in the United States in 1954, but it experienced its peak usage in 1975, likely reflecting a broader cultural appreciation for Hispanic names during that era. Since then, Miguelina has remained stable but rare; it has not ranked in the top 1000 names in recent years. The name has strong roots in Spanish-speaking communities, though it is not tied to any specific state. As a diminutive form, Miguelina carries a soft, affectionate quality while still connecting to the traditional name Miguel.
Miguelina is a Spanish feminine diminutive of Miguel, the Spanish form of Michael. The name Michael derives from the Hebrew phrase mī kāʼēl, meaning 'who is like God?'. It has been used in Spanish-speaking cultures as a given name for girls, often as a feminine counterpart to Miguel. The name saw its peak usage in the 1970s in the United States.
Sibling names for Miguelina
Names that share Miguelina's style, for a brother or sister.
