Name comparison
Michael vs Sarah
Michael is the more common of the two, with roughly 6.5x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Michael | Sarah |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 5,500,000 | 844,346 |
| Global rank | #1 | #29 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,455 | 1 in 9,475 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Female (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 3,532,665 | 844,346 |
How they differ
Michael has approximately 5.5M living bearers compared to 844k for Sarah - a ratio of about 6.5x.
Michael originates from Hebrew (Mikha'el - 'who is like God?'). Sarah originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Michael or Sarah more popular?
Michael is more popular worldwide, with approximately 5,500,000 estimated living bearers compared to 844,346 for Sarah. That is roughly 6.5x more bearers of Michael.
What is the difference in origin between Michael and Sarah?
Michael originates from Hebrew. Sarah originates from unknown sources.
Are Michael and Sarah used for the same gender?
Michael is 99.5% male, while Sarah is 0.3% male.
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