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Michelangelo
Compound of Michele and Angelo
Origin
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Origin and meaning of Michelangelo
Michelangelo is an Italian compound name joining Michele, from the Hebrew Mikha'el, 'who is like God?', and Angelo, from the Greek ánghelos, 'messenger, angel'. It thus fuses devotion and heavenly flight into a solemn, powerful name. It is bound forever to Michelangelo Buonarroti, the Renaissance genius: for this reason, though it stays rare and demanding, it keeps an immense artistic prestige, especially in Italy.
Variants around the world
How Michelangelo sounds in other languages.
Miguel Ángel
Famous people
- Michelangelo Buonarroti— sculptor
- Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio— painter
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Michelangelo mean?
The name Michelangelo means Compound of Michele and Angelo.
What is the origin of the name Michelangelo?
Origin of Michelangelo: Italian and Hebrew.
What are the international variants of the name Michelangelo?
International variants of Michelangelo: Miguel Ángel.