Miguel, of Spanish origin, is derived from the Latin 'Michael', which means 'who is like God?' This name has been widely popular across various cultures and languages, including Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, the renowned author of "Don Quixote". The name Miguel is commonly associated with Saint Michael the Archangel in Christianity. It has been used by several notable figures such as Mexican artist Diego Rivera and Brazilian football legend Pelé.
The name Miguel saw its popularity fluctuate significantly over time, with a notable increase starting from the late 1970s and peaking in the mid-1980s to early 1990s. Between 1983 and 1992, there were consistently high numbers of births, ranging from 30 to 41 each year, indicating a strong preference for this name during that period. However, since around the mid-2000s, the number of annual Miguel births has significantly decreased, with some years seeing as few as five or seven births. Overall, over the course of nearly a century (1927 to 2023), the name Miguel was given to 996 newborn boys.