Tuesday, July 24, 2007

Meaning and origin of Michael

Origin: Biblical

Meaning: Poor; humble


Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: Who is like God? Gift from God. In the Bible, St. Michael was the conqueror of Satan and patron saint of soldiers.


Origin: Shakespearean

Meaning: 'King Henry IV, Part 1' Sir Michael, a friend to the Archbishop of York. 'Henry VI, Part 2' Michael and his company are followers of Jack Cade, a rebel.
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