UK girl's name
Mikhaela
Feminine variant of Michael, of Hebrew origin, meaning "who is like God?".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mikhaela is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Mikhaela popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5556, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2009 to 2009. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Mikhaela is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Mikhaela. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mikhaela ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales in 2009, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 3 girls were registered as Mikhaela.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mikhaela as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5556
2009
Births in 2009
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Mikhaela mean?
The name Mikhaela is a feminine form derived from the Hebrew name Michael, meaning "who is like God?". It has its roots in the ancient Hebrew language and culture, dating back thousands of years.
The name Michael is found in various religious texts and scriptures, including the Bible and the Quran. In the Bible, Michael is mentioned as an archangel who led the heavenly armies against the forces of evil. This association with a powerful celestial being likely contributed to the enduring popularity of the name throughout history.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Mikhaela can be traced back to the 12th century. Mikhaela of Byzantium, born in 1133, was a noblewoman and the daughter of the Byzantine Emperor John II Komnenos. She played a significant role in the political and cultural life of the Byzantine Empire during her time.
In the 16th century, Mikhaela Falconetti (1492-1557) was an Italian painter and sculptor active in the Renaissance period. She is renowned for her artistic contributions, particularly her religious artworks and portraiture.
During the 18th century, Mikhaela von Leiningen (1752-1828) was a German noblewoman and the wife of Prince Emich Carl of Leiningen. She was a prominent figure in the social circles of her time and known for her patronage of the arts.
In the 19th century, Mikhaela Ackermann (1878-1957) was a Swiss botanist and educator. She made significant contributions to the study of plant morphology and taxonomy, and her work helped advance the field of botany.
Another notable figure was Mikhaela Caballero (1904-1989), a Mexican artist and activist. She was renowned for her vibrant murals and paintings that depicted the struggles and resilience of the indigenous peoples of Mexico. Caballero's artistic legacy continues to inspire and influence contemporary artists.
Throughout history, the name Mikhaela has been carried by women from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and professions. Its Hebrew origins and the meaning "who is like God?" have likely contributed to its enduring appeal and significance across different eras and regions.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Mikhaela by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mikhaela was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #5556 | 3 | 1 |
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- Megan 70,884
- Mia 67,204
- Molly 47,734
- Millie 44,390
- Maisie 32,671
- Matilda 29,965
- Maya 26,445
- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
- Maddison 14,918
FAQ
Mikhaela: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mikhaela in the UK right now?
In 2009, Mikhaela was ranked #5556 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Mikhaela most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 3 babies registered as Mikhaela in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mikhaela?
Feminine variant of Michael, of Hebrew origin, meaning "who is like God?".
How many people are called Mikhaela in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Mikhaela across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.