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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Micaela

Who is like God?

Pronunciation: mih-KAY-lah (/mɪkɑːˈɛlə/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 50
Meaning
Who is like God?
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
7
Lucky Day
Sunday
Lucky Stone
Sapphire
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
50
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: BlueWhite

What does Micaela mean?

The name Micaela is derived from the Hebrew name Michal, which means 'Who is like God?'. In the Bible, Michal is a daughter of King Saul and the wife of David. She is known for her beauty and was married to David in lieu of his older brother, Eliab.

Micaela in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
מיקהלה
מי היא אלוהים, שאלה היא
Greek
Μικαέλα
Τις είναι ο Θεός; ή Μικαέλα
Latin
Micaela
Quis est Deus?; Micaela
English
Micaela
Who is like God?; Gift from God

How to pronounce Micaela

English pronunciation
mih-KAY-lah
Biblical pronunciation
Μικαέλα (Mikaéla)
IPA notation
/mɪkɑːˈɛlə/

Numerology & personality

Creative, artistic, and adventurous.

Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual & cultural context

A name reminding us of the greatness of God.

The name Micaela has been popular in various Christian cultures throughout history. In Spain, the name gained popularity during the 16th century and was often given to girls born into noble families. In Portugal, the name was also common and was used in many literary works, such as "The Story of Micaela Biva" by Ari Pedro. In Italy, Micaela is known as a character in the famous opera "Carmen" by Georges Bizet.

Popularity of Micaela by region

Region Country Score Year
United Kingdom UK 56 2024
Spain ES 48 2024

Spelling variations of Micaela

MicaelahMicaeleMicela

Names similar to Micaela

Frequently asked questions about Micaela

What does Micaela mean?
Micaela is a Hebrew Christian name that means 'Who is like God?'
Is Micaela a Christianity name?
Yes, Micaela is a Hebrew Christian name
How to pronounce Micaela?
Me-kah-la
Is Micaela popular today?
Yes, Micaela is a popular name in many countries
What is the origin of Micaela?
Micaela is a Hebrew name derived from the Biblical character Michal