Holding steady.
Popularity of Makaelah since 1997
Babies named Makaelah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 57 |
| 2010s | 35 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Makaelah entered U.S. naming records in 1997, a time when creatively spelled variants of classic names were gaining popularity. Its peak usage came in 2010, after which it has maintained a low but stable presence. As a modern spelling of Michaela, it shares the Hebrew root meaning 'who is like God?' but is distinctly an American coinage. While no top states are associated with Makaelah, its parent name Michaela has seen broad use across the country. This variant appeals to parents seeking a familiar sound with a unique written form.
Makaelah is a modern spelling variant of Michaela, the feminine form of Michael. Michael derives from the Hebrew name Mikha'el, meaning 'who is like God?' This spelling emerged as part of a trend of inventive respellings in late 20th-century America. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1997 and saw its highest usage in 2010, though it has since become less common.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mak, Kaelah, Kay
Sibling names for Makaelah
Names that share Makaelah's style, for a brother or sister.
