Name comparison
Mary vs Michael
Mary is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.1x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Mary | Michael |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 6,200,000 | 5,500,000 |
| Global rank | #13 | #1 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,290 | 1 in 1,455 |
| Origin | Hebrew | Hebrew |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.6%) | Male (99.5%) |
| Countries with data | 2 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 1,355,849 | 3,532,665 |
How they differ
Mary has approximately 6.2M living bearers compared to 5.5M for Michael - a ratio of about 1.1x.
Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child'). Michael originates from Hebrew (Mikha'el - 'who is like God?').
Frequently asked questions
Is Mary or Michael more popular?
Mary is more popular worldwide, with approximately 6,200,000 estimated living bearers compared to 5,500,000 for Michael. That is roughly 1.1x more bearers of Mary.
What is the difference in origin between Mary and Michael?
Mary originates from Hebrew. Michael originates from Hebrew.
Are Mary and Michael used for the same gender?
Mary is 0.4% male, while Michael is 99.5% male.
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