Holding steady.
Popularity of Machael since 1958
Babies named Machael per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 12 |
| 1960s | 53 |
| 1970s | 49 |
| 1980s | 59 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 11 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Machael is a rare modern variant of Michael, first recorded in the United States in 1958. The name peaked in 1967 with its highest recorded usage, though it has never ranked nationally. In the most recent year of data, 2025, the name remains extremely uncommon, with fewer than five births per year. Its trajectory has been stable but very low. The spelling likely arose as an anglicized or phonetic variant, drawing from the traditional Michael while adding a distinctive twist. Machael carries the debated meaning of 'Who is like God?' due to its connection to Michael, though some may simply appreciate its unique sound. No top states were associated with the name.
Machael appears to be a modern variant of Michael, which derives from the Hebrew name Mikha'el meaning 'Who is like God?'. The spelling variation likely emerged in the mid-20th century, with the earliest recorded use in the United States in 1958. It has never been widely popular, with its highest rank occurring in 1967.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mack, Mike, Mickey
Sibling names for Machael
Names that share Machael's style, for a brother or sister.
