Meguel
Hebrew · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Meguel
Meguel is a variant spelling of Miguel, derived from the Hebrew name Michael (Mikha'el), meaning "Who is like God?" through the Latin form Michaelus.
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Etymology
Meguel is a variant spelling of Miguel, derived from the Hebrew name Michael (Mikha'el), meaning "Who is like God?" through the Latin form Michaelus. The name combines the Hebrew elements "mi" (who), "ka" (like), and "el" (God).
Meguel is primarily used in Spanish-speaking and Portuguese-speaking cultures with Christian heritage, particularly in Catholic regions, as the archangel Michael holds significant importance in Christian theology and tradition.
Meguel currently ranks #9,036 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1978.
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