Origin of the name Miguel: Spanish cognate of Michael, a Hebrew name derived from mīkhā'ē'l (Who is like God?). The name is borne in the Bible by one of the seven archangels. He is the one closest to God and is responsible for carrying out God's judgments.
Spanish cognate of Michael, a Hebrew name derived from mīkhā'ē'l (Who is like God?). ... He is the one closest to God and is responsible for carrying out God's judgments. Considered the leader of the heavenly host, Michael is regarded as the patron of soldiers.
