Like God? or brook
In Hebrew, Michal is a feminine name meaning 'who is like God?', sharing roots with Michael. It is also associated with the word for 'brook' or 'stream'. In Polish and Czech contexts, it is the standard masculine form of Michael.
Less common today
Michal isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,342 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Daughter of King Saul and first wife of King David in the Bible
Polish professional road racing cyclist
Slovak politician and Vice President of the European Parliament
Slovak former professional ice hockey player
