Meaning and history
A combination of Michael and Angelo, referring to the archangel Michael, this name was borne by the Renaissance painter and sculptor Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475–1564) of Florence, who created major works such as David and the Sistine Chapel ceiling, and also by the Baroque artist Michelangelo Merisi (1571–1610), better known as Caravaggio.
In 2025, 42 babies were recorded with the name Michelangelo, ranking #2,941 among boys.