Machala
Girl nameMachala has been given to 52 babies in the U.S. since 1994. It peaked in 1998.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
52
Peak year
1998 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1994
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Machala.
Sibling name ideas for Machala
Same era and popularity as Machala, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Machala?
Machala has been given to 52 babies in the U.S. since 1994. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Machala peak?
Machala peaked in 1998, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Machala a girl or boy name?
Machala is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Machala are girls).
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