Find out how popular the first name Miguelito has been for the last 26 years (from 1997 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Miguelito by gender

Based on the last 26 years of data, Miguelito is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Miguelito.

The history of the first name Miguelito

The name Miguelito is a Spanish diminutive form of the name Miguel, which has its origins in the Hebrew name Michael, meaning "who is like God?". The name Miguel was brought to Spain by the Moors during their conquest of the Iberian Peninsula in the 8th century CE.

The diminutive form Miguelito is a term of endearment, often used to refer to a young boy named Miguel. It carries a sense of affection and familiarity, similar to the English "little Michael" or "young Michael". The suffix "-ito" is a common diminutive in Spanish, added to names and words to express smallness, tenderness, or fondness.

One of the earliest known references to the name Miguelito can be found in the writings of Miguel de Cervantes, the renowned Spanish author of Don Quixote. In his novel "La Gitanilla" (The Little Gypsy Girl), published in 1613, Cervantes mentions a character named Miguelito, a young boy from Madrid.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Miguelito. Miguelito Lovón (1865-1932) was a Peruvian painter and sculptor known for his works depicting indigenous Peruvian themes and landscapes. Miguelito Cuní (1920-1982) was a Cuban musician and bandleader, renowned for his contributions to the development of Latin jazz and mambo music.

In the realm of sports, Miguelito Acosta (1934-2021) was a Puerto Rican professional boxer who held the World Boxing Association (WBA) and World Boxing Council (WBC) light flyweight championships in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Miguelito Muñoz (born 1935) is a former Mexican professional baseball player who played for the St. Louis Cardinals in the 1960s and was known for his exceptional defensive skills.

Finally, Miguelito Valdés (1912-1978) was a Cuban painter and ceramist, celebrated for his vibrant and colorful depictions of Afro-Cuban culture and themes. His works are housed in numerous museums and private collections around the world.

Data source

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