Name comparison
Michael vs Stephen
Michael is the more common of the two, with roughly 8.8x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Michael | Stephen |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 5,500,000 | 628,292 |
| Global rank | #1 | #53 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,455 | 1 in 12,733 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 3,532,665 | 628,292 |
How they differ
Michael has approximately 5.5M living bearers compared to 628k for Stephen - a ratio of about 8.8x.
Michael originates from Hebrew (Mikha'el - 'who is like God?'). Stephen originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Michael or Stephen more popular?
Michael is more popular worldwide, with approximately 5,500,000 estimated living bearers compared to 628,292 for Stephen. That is roughly 8.8x more bearers of Michael.
What is the difference in origin between Michael and Stephen?
Michael originates from Hebrew. Stephen originates from unknown sources.
Are Michael and Stephen used for the same gender?
Both Michael and Stephen are predominantly used as male names.
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