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Name Origin

Miguel is a Spanish and Portuguese masculine given name derived from the Hebrew name Micah (מִיכָה), meaning 'Who is like God?'. It's a popular name across Hispanic cultures, often associated with strength, faith, and divine protection.

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Famous People

Miguel de Cervantes (1547-1616)

Novelist, Poet, Playwright

  • Authored Don Quixote, considered one of the greatest novels ever written
  • Pioneer of the modern novel genre

Miguel Ángel Asturias (1899-1974)

Novelist, Poet, Diplomat

  • Nobel Prize in Literature (1967)
  • Known for his magical realism and exploration of Guatemalan history and culture

Miguel Ángel López (1984-)

Cyclist

  • Two-time winner of the Vuelta a España (2014, 2017)
  • Highly successful stage racer

Miguel Cabrera (1983-)

Baseball Player

  • Two-time American League MVP (2012, 2013)
  • 12-time MLB All-Star
  • Triple Crown winner (2012)

Miguel de Unamuno (1864-1936)

Philosopher, Novelist, Poet

  • Known for his existentialist philosophy and literary works exploring faith, doubt, and the human condition