Micalah

“who is like God?” — Associated with strength and spirituality

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1320US 2023

880Births / yr

→Stable

135All-time births

📅 Since 199300

How to pronounce Micalah

MIK·AL·AH

/ˈmɪk.ˈæl.ˈɑ/ · stress on MIK · 3 syllables

“who is like God?”

Associated with strength and spirituality · American origin

What does Micalah mean and where does it come from?

Micalah is a variant of the name Michaela, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name מִיכָאֵל (Mikha'el), which means 'who is like God?'. This name has become popular among English-speaking populations, particularly in the United States. It is associated with strength and spirituality, often chosen by

Cultural significance

Micalah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of who is like god?.

Peak popularity

Reached #4674 in 1995 — currently #1320 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Micalah?

Micalah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Micalah Grace

How popular is Micalah right now?

Holding steady — currently #1320 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#1320 · Top 0.97%

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2000

2005

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1320	880	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1325	860	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1330	830	▲ up 16374 · +16500% births
2005	#17704	5	▼ down 10603 · -67% births
2000	#7101	15	▼ down 2427 · -32% births
1995	#4674	22	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Micalah

Best Year2023Rank #1320

Peak Count880

Average Rank#5576

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20236 years

The story of Micalah

Micalah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1993. With 135 total births recorded, Micalah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4674 in 1995 to #1320 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Micalah in 1995:

Jessica Ashley Emily Samantha Sarah

💎Micalah has only 135 total recorded births since 1993 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Micalah?

Common

MicMicieMicyAlah

What names sound and feel like Micalah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Micalah also consider these

Micaelah

American · Who is like

Micailah

American · who is like

Micayah

American · Derived from the

Mikalah

American · who is like

Mikilah

American · Hebrew

Mikylah

American · who resembles the

Macalah

American · the one who

Midajah

American · An invented name,

Common questions about the name Micalah

What does the name Micalah mean?

Micalah means "who is like God?" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Micalah?

Micalah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Micalah?

Micalah originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Micalah?

Micalah is a three-syllable name pronounced M IH1 K AE1 L AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Micalah?

Micalah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.