Michal
Michal is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Who is like God?”.
| Meaning | Who is like God? |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | מִיכַל |
| Pronunciation | mee-KHAHL |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel |
Meaning and origin of Michal
Michal is the name of King Saul's younger daughter, who loved David and became his first wife, according to 1 Samuel; she helped him escape her father's anger. The name is usually seen as a form of Michael, 'who is like God?', though some scholars connect it to a word for a brook. In Israel it is a common girls' name. In Polish and Czech, Michał and Michal are separate masculine forms of Michael.
Is Michal a Jewish name?
Yes, Michal is biblical. She appears in the books of Samuel as the daughter of Saul and wife of David.
How popular is Michal?
Common in Israel and among Jewish families abroad.
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Spellings and variants of Michal
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Michal mean?
Michal means 'Who is like God?'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Michal a Jewish name?
Yes, Michal is biblical. She appears in the books of Samuel as the daughter of Saul and wife of David.
How do you pronounce Michal?
Michal is pronounced mee-KHAHL.
Is Michal a boy or girl name?
Michal is usually a girl name.