Micaela Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Micaela is a name of Hebrew origin that translates to 'Who is like God?' It evolved from Mikha'el in Hebrew to its Spanish form. The name carries traits of strength and divine connection, with biblical relevance linked to the Archangel Michael. It gained popularity in the 20th century and continues to be seen as a modern and elegant choice in naming.
The name Micaela is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Micaela has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Micaela' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1580th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1598th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2046th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1791st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 719th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 777th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1111th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Micaela' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Micaela"
Pronunciation
/mɪˈkeɪlə/
Origin
Hebrew/Spanish
Etymology
Micaela is derived from the Hebrew name Mikha'el, which means 'Who is like God?' The name was adapted into Spanish as Micaela.
Meaning
Who is like God?
Language Evolution
Mikha'el (Hebrew), Micahel (Latinized form), Micaela (Spanish adaptation)
Biblical Background
Micaela is related to the Archangel Michael, a significant figure in biblical texts who is seen as a protector and leader of the heavenly armies.
Historical Usage
Micaela gained popularity in Spanish-speaking countries, especially during the 20th century, and has been used in various cultures throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Mika, Mica, Mikayla, Mikaylah
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Micaela is often viewed as a modern and elegant name, commonly associated with strength and grace.
Famous People
Micaela Schaefer - German model and actress, Micaela de la Garza - Mexican artist and entrepreneur
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Micaela"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Micaela"
"Micaela" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1580th of 9107 | 458 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1598th of 9204 | 452 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2046th of 12526 | 543 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1791st of 19264 | 827 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 719th of 27321 | 4,357 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 777th of 35406 | 5,412 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1111th of 30306 | 2,742 |
Regional Popularity of "Micaela" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Micaela" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
34.32% 812th/2366 |
58.58% 669th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
36.59% 861st/2353 |
56.43% 873rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
40.87% 1166th/2853 |
43.10% 1196th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
83.83% 2462nd/2937 |
- |
38.63% 1359th/3518 |
25.77% 1042nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
19.76% 728th/3685 |
17.05% 763rd/4475 |
16.79% 872nd/5194 |
9.50% 600th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.73% 904th/4582 |
14.14% 730th/5164 |
10.52% 769th/7313 |
9.55% 713th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
41.27% 1644th/3984 |
20.62% 925th/4487 |
15.85% 1081st/6822 |
16.27% 1021st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Micaela"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Micaela" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.