Michaela
girl name#841 in 2025Michaela entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #100 in 1997, ranks #841 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1921–2025
#841
rank today
#100
peak (1997)
323
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4647 |
| 1930s | #2724 |
| 1940s | #1718 |
| 1950s | #1265 |
| 1960s | #1142 |
| 1970s | #931 |
| 1980s | #507 |
| 1990s | #175 |
| 2000s | #274 |
| 2010s | #474 |
| 2020s | #670 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Michaela has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 52,500 people named Michaela are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Michaela alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Michaela in 2025?
- Michaela ranks #841 among US girl names in 2025, with 323 babies given the name.
- When was the name Michaela most popular?
- Michaela peaked in 1997, reaching #100 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Michaela with classmates?
- Michaela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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