Mikaela
Meaning: Who is like God
Origin: Scandinavian/Hebrew
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #360
Total births: 270
History: Mikaela surged in the 2000s in Australia. The Scandinavian-Australian spelling adds distinction. Mikaela represents the many ways Australians adapt Michael for girls.
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| Current rank (1997) | #98 |
| Babies named Mikaela in 1997 | 82 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 270 |
| Peak year | 1994 (97 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #90 |
| Years in records | 1994–1997 (3 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Mikaela
What does the name Mikaela mean?
Mikaela means “Who is like God” from Scandinavian/Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Mikaela?
Mikaela has Scandinavian/Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Who is like God”.
How popular is Mikaela in Australia?
Mikaela ranked #98 in Australia in 1997 — given to 82 babies that year.
When was Mikaela most popular?
Mikaela peaked in 1994 with 97 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Mikaela a boy or girl name?
Mikaela is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Mikaelas in registered births are female.