Michelangelo
PronunciationItalian: [mikeˈlandʒelo]
GenderMale
Language(s)Italian
Origin
Region of originItaly
Other names
Variant form(s)Michael Angelo, Miguel Ángel
DerivedHebrew, Greek

Michelangelo is a given name that is a combination of the Hebrew name Michael (he who resembles God) and the Greek name Angelo (messenger). The name itself is most commonly believed to be of Italian origin.[1] The best known of that name is Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475–1564), the Tuscan sculptor, architect, painter, and poet.

People with the given name

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See also

References

  1. Michelangelo, thinkbabynames.com.
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