Macheal Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-KEE-al / /məˈkiːəl/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: Who is like God?; English: Variant of Michael
Historical & Cultural Background
Macheal is a feminine variant of the name Michael, which has Hebrew origins. The name Michael is traditionally associated with the archangel in Judeo-Christian traditions. Macheal is less common and may be used to provide a unique twist on a classic name. Its usage as a girl's name reflects a broader trend of feminizing traditionally masculine names.
Trend Summary
Macheal is a rare name with limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Michaela
- Mikaela
International Variants
- Michaela (German)
- Micaela (Spanish)
- Mikayla (English)
Famous people named Macheal
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Macheal was first seen in the United States in 1966. Macheal has ranked as high as #1063 nationally, which occurred in 1966, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Macheal has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Macheal
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |