Girls name · California
Michaela in California
In 2025, 40 babies born in California were named Michaela, making it the #773 most popular girls name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1942, add up to 5,104.
Popularity over time
Michaela in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1942 | 5 | #887 |
| 1960 | 8 | #1250 |
| 1970 | 15 | #984 |
| 1982 | 29 | #760 |
| 1993 | 211 | #220 |
| 2004 | 90 | #472 |
| 2014 | 74 | #530 |
| 2025 | 40 | #773 |
Michaela had its most births in California in 1998, when 298 babies were given the name. Its highest rank in California came in 1998, at #160.
Its rank among girls names in California ran from #160 in 1998 to #1601 in 1967, starting at #887 in 1942 and ending at #773 in 2025.
Vermont gave Michaela its highest national rank, #31, in 1993. See Michaela in every state →
How popular is Michaela in California?
In 2025, 40 babies born in California were named Michaela, making it the #773 most popular girls name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1942, add up to 5,104.
How many babies are named Michaela in California?
California recorded 40 births of babies named Michaela in 2025.
What is the rank of Michaela in California?
Michaela ranked #773 among girls names in California in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.
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