Michelangelo (given name) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Michelangelo
Michelangelo
Gender	Male
Origin
Language(s)	Italian
Place of origin	Italy
Other names
Variant form(s)	Michael Angelo, Miguel Ángel
Derived	Hebrew, Greek

Michelangelo is a given name that combines two older names. It comes from the Hebrew name Michael, which means "who is like God." It also includes the Greek name Angelo, meaning "messenger." Many people believe this name first came from Italy. The most famous person with this name is Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475–1564). He was a very talented artist from Tuscany, Italy, known for his amazing sculptures, buildings, paintings, and poems.

Who Else Is Named Michelangelo?

Many people throughout history have been named Michelangelo. Here are a few notable individuals:

• Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564): The famous Italian sculptor, painter, and architect. He is often called just "Michelangelo."
• Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio (1571–1610): An important Italian painter known for his dramatic use of light and shadow.
• Michelangelo Antonioni (1912–2007): A well-known Italian film director and writer.
• Michelagnolo Galilei (1575–1631): An Italian musician and composer. He was the younger brother of the famous astronomer Galileo Galilei.
• Michelangelo Buonarroti the Younger (1568-1646): A poet and playwright from Florence. He was the grandnephew of the famous Michelangelo.

Fictional Characters Named Michelangelo

The name Michelangelo also appears in popular stories and shows:

• Michelangelo: A fun-loving character from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series. He is known for his orange mask and nunchaku.

See Also

• Michael Angelo Batio (born 1956): A rock guitarist from Chicago.
• Michael Angelo Pergolesi: An Italian artist from the 18th century who created decorative art in London.