Name comparison
Michael vs Paul
Michael is the more common of the two, with roughly 7.0x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Michael | Paul |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 5,500,000 | 783,600 |
| Global rank | #1 | #39 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,455 | 1 in 10,209 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 3,532,665 | 783,600 |
How they differ
Michael has approximately 5.5M living bearers compared to 784k for Paul - a ratio of about 7.0x.
Michael originates from Hebrew (Mikha'el - 'who is like God?'). Paul originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Michael or Paul more popular?
Michael is more popular worldwide, with approximately 5,500,000 estimated living bearers compared to 783,600 for Paul. That is roughly 7.0x more bearers of Michael.
What is the difference in origin between Michael and Paul?
Michael originates from Hebrew. Paul originates from unknown sources.
Are Michael and Paul used for the same gender?
Both Michael and Paul are predominantly used as male names.
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