Migel is a variant spelling of the popular name Miguel, which is of Spanish and Portuguese origin. It means 'who is like God?' The name has been widely used throughout history among notable figures, such as Miguel de Cervantes, the renowned author of 'Don Quixote'. Migel is often associated with intelligence, creativity, and strength, reflecting the historical significance of its variant spelling.
The name Migel experienced fluctuations in popularity over the course of a century. Between 1920 and 1970, there were fewer than 15 births per year on average. However, starting from 1971, there was a significant increase in the number of babies named Migel, with an average of around 26 births per year between 1971 and 2000. This trend continued until around 2008, after which the popularity of the name began to decline steadily, reaching a low of only 5 or 6 births per year in recent years. Overall, there were a total of 1713 babies named Migel over this period.