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Michaella
Pronounced mih-kay-EL-ah /ˌmɪ.keɪˈɛl.ɑ/Medium
Meaning: Double-l spelling of Michaela — the feminine of Michael, from Hebrew Mikha'el, 'who is like God?'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Michaella is a double-l spelling of Michaela — the feminine of Michael, from Hebrew Mikha'el, 'who is like God?' (the archangel). A lyrical, devout name; the -ll- styling personalizes it (nickname Mickey or Ella).
It registers thinly beside Michaela. Rare, who-is-like-God at the root, and lyrical.
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What does the name Michaella mean?
Michaella spells Michaela — Hebrew 'who is like God?' (the feminine of Michael).
How do you pronounce Michaella?
It's said mih-kay-EL-ah /ˌmɪ.keɪˈɛl.ɑ/ — four syllables, stress on the third.
Is Michaella a boy or girl name?
Michaella is a girl's name.
How popular is Michaella?
Michaella is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Michaela is more common.