Macaela
Girl nameMacaela has been given to 325 babies in the U.S. since 1981. It peaked in 2002.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
325
Peak year
2002 (22 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1981
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Macaela — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Macaela.
Sibling name ideas for Macaela
Same era and popularity as Macaela, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Macaela?
Macaela has been given to 325 babies in the U.S. since 1981. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Macaela peak?
Macaela peaked in 2002, when 22 babies were given the name.
Is Macaela a girl or boy name?
Macaela is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Macaela are girls).
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