Elijah VS Michael

Which name is right for you? Compare popularity, meaning, and trends.

Feature
Elijah
Michael
Gender
Male
Male
Origin
Various
Various
Meaning
Meaning available on detail page
Meaning available on detail page
Total Births (Est.)
~370,873
~4,441,364
Peak Popularity
2011 (#13997)
1957 (#92786)

Popularity Comparison (1880-2024)

Graph shows the number of babies named Elijah vs Michael in the United States.

The Verdict

Michael has been more popular overall historically, with approximately 4,070,491 more usage than Elijah. Both names have unique qualities. Elijah stands out for its history, while Michael is known for its distinctiveness.