Michelangelo (given name)
| Pronunciation | Italian: [mikeˈlandʒelo] |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Language(s) | Italian |
| Origin | |
| Region of origin | Italy |
| Other names | |
| Variant form(s) | Michael Angelo, Miguel Ángel |
| Derived | Hebrew, Greek |
Michelangelo is a given name that is a combination of the Hebrew name Michael (he who resembles God) and the Greek name Angelo (messenger). The name itself is most commonly believed to be of Italian origin. The best known of that name is Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475–1564), the Tuscan sculptor, architect, painter, and poet.