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Michael

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The given name Michael derives from the Hebrew name Miyka'el, meaning "one who is like God". It is the name of the archangel Michael mentioned in the Bible, who is also considered a saint by Catholics. The name has been particularly popular in Orthodox nations, and was bourne by several rulers of the Byzantine and Russian empires

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1 Other forms of the name Michael
2 Notable people named Michael
3 Byzantine Emperors
4 Russian Emperors

Other forms of the name Michael



Notable people named Michael


Byzantine Emperors


Russian Emperors


Prince Michael of Kent is a prominent member of the British Royal Family. He was named in honor of the last tsar and speaks fluent Russian.