Boys name · North Carolina
Michael in North Carolina
Michael was the 24th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 275 babies named Michael that year. Since 1912, North Carolina families have named 96,294 babies Michael.
Popularity over time
Michael in North Carolina, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 | 321st |
| 1932 | 11 | 310th |
| 1948 | 828 | 11th |
| 1963 | 1,757 | 3rd |
| 1979 | 1,450 | 2nd |
| 1994 | 1,066 | 2nd |
| 2010 | 502 | 12th |
| 2025 | 275 | 24th |
Its rank among boys names in North Carolina climbed from 321st in 1912 to 24th in 2025.
The most babies named Michael in North Carolina in a single year was 2,043, in 1970. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1970.
Across the country, Michael reached its best rank of #1 in New York (1956). See Michael in every state →
How popular is Michael in North Carolina?
Michael was the 24th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 275 babies named Michael that year. Since 1912, North Carolina families have named 96,294 babies Michael.
How many babies are named Michael in North Carolina?
In 2025, 275 babies were named Michael in North Carolina. The most babies named Michael in North Carolina in a single year was 2,043, in 1970.
What is the rank of Michael in North Carolina?
Michael ranked 24th among boys names in North Carolina in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1970.
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.