michael

n. a very popular first name for a man or boy.

n. a common male given name, derived from the Hebrew name meaning 'who is like God'.

“My brother Michael is starting his new job at the hospital on Monday.”

“Michael remains one of the most enduringly popular names in the English-speaking world, consistently appearing in top-ten lists for decades.”

n. a powerful angel in the Bible and other religious books who leads the army of God.

n. an archangel in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic tradition, typically depicted as a warrior and protector of the faithful.

“The old church has a beautiful window showing Saint Michael fighting a dragon.”

“In medieval iconography, Michael is frequently portrayed in full armour, symbolising his role as the leader of the celestial armies against darkness.”

n. a family name or last name.

n. a patronymic surname derived from the given name.

“The author of the book is a woman named Sarah Michael.”

“While more common as a first name, Michael serves as a surname for many families across Europe and North America.”