Boys name · Delaware
Michael in Delaware
Michael was the 21st most popular boys name in Delaware in 2025, with 26 babies named Michael that year. Since 1914, Delaware families have named 12,954 babies Michael.
Popularity over time
Michael in Delaware, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1914 | 8 | 29th |
| 1938 | 18 | 19th |
| 1953 | 181 | 6th |
| 1967 | 255 | 1st |
| 1982 | 232 | 1st |
| 1996 | 127 | 1st |
| 2011 | 64 | 1st |
| 2025 | 26 | 21st |
Its rank among boys names in Delaware climbed from 29th in 1914 to 21st in 2025.
The most babies named Michael in Delaware in a single year was 312, in 1958. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1958.
Across the country, Michael reached its best rank of #1 in New York (1956). See Michael in every state →
How popular is Michael in Delaware?
Michael was the 21st most popular boys name in Delaware in 2025, with 26 babies named Michael that year. Since 1914, Delaware families have named 12,954 babies Michael.
How many babies are named Michael in Delaware?
In 2025, 26 babies were named Michael in Delaware. The most babies named Michael in Delaware in a single year was 312, in 1958.
What is the rank of Michael in Delaware?
Michael ranked 21st among boys names in Delaware in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1958.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.