Boys name · South Carolina
Michael in South Carolina
In 2025, 134 babies born in South Carolina were named Michael, making it the #17 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1916, add up to 46,182.
Popularity over time
Michael in South Carolina, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1916 | 6 | #343 |
| 1937 | 19 | #162 |
| 1951 | 580 | #10 |
| 1966 | 842 | #2 |
| 1981 | 737 | #2 |
| 1996 | 434 | #5 |
| 2010 | 253 | #6 |
| 2025 | 134 | #17 |
Its busiest year in South Carolina was 1971, with 990 Michael births. Michael's highest rank in South Carolina was #1, set in 1975.
Rank swung between #1 (1975) and #405 (1926) in South Carolina, from #343 in 1916 to #17 in 2025.
Nationally, Michael's strongest state was New York, where it hit #1 in 1956. See Michael in every state →
How popular is Michael in South Carolina?
In 2025, 134 babies born in South Carolina were named Michael, making it the #17 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1916, add up to 46,182.
How many babies are named Michael in South Carolina?
In 2025, 134 babies born in South Carolina were named Michael.
What is the rank of Michael in South Carolina?
Michael's 2025 rank among boys names in South Carolina was #17.
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.