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| Pronunciation | /ˈmaɪkəlz/ MY-kəlz |
|---|---|
| Origin | |
| Word/name | Michal, Michael |
| Meaning | form of 'Who is like God' |
| Region of origin | Hebrew |
| Other names | |
| Variant form(s) | Michaels, Michels |
Michals is a patronymic surname meaning "son of Michael (or Michal)" . The prefix comes from Michael-, from Hebrew: מִיכָאֵל / מיכאל [miχaˈʔel], meaning "Who is like God?". There are other spellings. The given name Michal is common amongst Czechs.
Persons with the surname
- Duane Michals (born 1932), American photographer
- Mark Michals, American drummer for band Faster Pussycat
- William Michals (born 1965), American stage actor and baritone singer
See also
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