Michaela: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced mih-KAY-luh · 3 syllables
Michaela means “who is like God?”, from Hebrew.
From Michael + -a. Latinate feminine form of Michael, first appearing as an anglicisation of the Portuguese ("Micaela") and Spanish ("Micaela"). Doublet of Michelle.
- Meaning
- who is like God?
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- mih-KAY-luh
- US rank (2025)
- #841
- US babies a year
- about 440 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1990
How popular is Michaela?
Michaela was the #841 name in the US in 2025, given to 323 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 38% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1990.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #841 |
| England & Wales | #643 |
| Scotland | #544 |
| Northern Ireland | #397 |
| Ireland | #276 |
| Canada | #555 |
| Australia | #576 |
How old are people named Michaela?
Half of US adults named Michaela are older than 29; most are between 20 and 51. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Sibling names for Michaela
Names that real brothers and sisters of people named Michaela have, from family records on Wikidata, most common first.
Names like Michaela
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Michaela
What does the name Michaela mean?
Michaela means “who is like God?”. It comes from Hebrew.
How do you pronounce Michaela?
Michaela is pronounced mih-KAY-luh.
How popular is the name Michaela?
Michaela was the #841 name in the US in 2025, given to 323 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 38% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1990.
How old are people named Michaela?
Half of US adults named Michaela are older than 29. Most are between 20 and 51.