Name comparison
Michael vs Thomas
Michael is the more common of the two, with roughly 3.9x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Michael | Thomas |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 5,500,000 | 1,399,807 |
| Global rank | #1 | #11 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 1,455 | 1 in 5,715 |
| Origin | Hebrew | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 3,532,665 | 1,399,807 |
How they differ
Michael has approximately 5.5M living bearers compared to 1.4M for Thomas - a ratio of about 3.9x.
Michael originates from Hebrew (Mikha'el - 'who is like God?'). Thomas originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Michael or Thomas more popular?
Michael is more popular worldwide, with approximately 5,500,000 estimated living bearers compared to 1,399,807 for Thomas. That is roughly 3.9x more bearers of Michael.
What is the difference in origin between Michael and Thomas?
Michael originates from Hebrew. Thomas originates from unknown sources.
Are Michael and Thomas used for the same gender?
Both Michael and Thomas are predominantly used as male names.
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