From the Italian form of the given name Michael and the Italian word for angel. Possibly a reference to the Archangel Michael, who appears in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. While various forms of the names Michael and Angel are popular throughout the world, the name Michelangelo remains rare in usage. Other forms of Michelangelo include Michel-Ange (French), Miguel Ángel (Spanish), Michêlagnul (Friulian), Mikeranjero (Japanese), Michael Angelus (Latin), and Mikelandželas (Lithuanian)