Boys name · Washington
Michael in Washington
Michael was the 38th most popular boys name in Washington in 2025, with 144 babies named Michael that year. Since 1912, Washington families have named 71,068 babies Michael.
Popularity over time
Michael in Washington, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 12 | 62nd |
| 1928 | 19 | 104th |
| 1944 | 643 | 7th |
| 1960 | 1,159 | 2nd |
| 1977 | 991 | 2nd |
| 1993 | 797 | 1st |
| 2009 | 321 | 11th |
| 2025 | 144 | 38th |
Its rank among boys names in Washington climbed from 62nd in 1912 to 38th in 2025.
The most babies named Michael in Washington in a single year was 1,628, in 1954. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1950.
Across the country, Michael reached its best rank of #1 in New York (1956). See Michael in every state →
How popular is Michael in Washington?
Michael was the 38th most popular boys name in Washington in 2025, with 144 babies named Michael that year. Since 1912, Washington families have named 71,068 babies Michael.
How many babies are named Michael in Washington?
In 2025, 144 babies were named Michael in Washington. The most babies named Michael in Washington in a single year was 1,628, in 1954.
What is the rank of Michael in Washington?
Michael ranked 38th among boys names in Washington in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1950.
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.