Name comparison
Emily vs Michael
Michael is the more common of the two, with roughly 7.0x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Emily | Michael |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 788,407 | 5,500,000 |
| Global rank | #38 | #1 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 10,147 | 1 in 1,455 |
| Origin | n/a | Hebrew |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.8%) | Male (99.5%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 788,407 | 3,532,665 |
How they differ
Michael has approximately 5.5M living bearers compared to 788k for Emily - a ratio of about 7.0x.
Emily originates from unknown origins. Michael originates from Hebrew (Mikha'el - 'who is like God?').
Frequently asked questions
Is Emily or Michael more popular?
Michael is more popular worldwide, with approximately 5,500,000 estimated living bearers compared to 788,407 for Emily. That is roughly 7.0x more bearers of Michael.
What is the difference in origin between Emily and Michael?
Emily originates from unknown sources. Michael originates from Hebrew.
Are Emily and Michael used for the same gender?
Emily is 0.2% male, while Michael is 99.5% male.
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