What is the origin of the name Makaylah?

Makaylah is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Makaylah?

Makaylah is currently ranked #5705 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Makaylah?

Makaylah is pronounced muh-KAY-luh.

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GirlHebrew

Makaylah

muh-KAY-luh

Popularity

#5705

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

3,153

Peak Year

#225 in 2009

First Recorded

1992

Style

Modern & Trendy, Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Makaylah is a modern variant of Michaela, the feminine form of Michael, which is Hebrew for 'Who is like God?'

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Kayla Maka Kay

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Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Nicknames

Kayla Maka Kay

Spelling Variations

Mikayla Michaela Makayla

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Personality Traits

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