Holding steady.
Popularity of Michaele since 1933
Babies named Michaele per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1947, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Michaele's real moment was 1967.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 27 |
| 1940s | 477 |
| 1950s | 282 |
| 1960s | 532 |
| 1970s | 235 |
| 1980s | 165 |
| 1990s | 84 |
| 2000s | 7 |
| 2010s | 7 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Michaele is a rare feminine variant of Michael, first recorded in the United States in 1933. The name saw its peak usage in 1967, though it has never been common. It remains a stable, infrequent choice, often chosen by families seeking a distinctive twist on the classic Michael. Despite its low numbers, Michaele has strong biblical roots as a feminine form of the archangel's name.
Michaele is a feminine form of Michael, derived from the Hebrew name Mikha'el meaning 'Who is like God?' The name Michael appears in the Bible as an archangel. Michaele emerged as a rare feminine variant in the mid-20th century, peaking in popularity in 1967.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Micki, Mickey, Mikki, Ella
Sibling names for Michaele
Names that share Michaele's style, for a brother or sister.
