Etymology

Michaela

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Today it means: A female given name from Hebrew. Full definition →

Portuguese ("Micaela") ← Spanish ("Micaela")
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  1. Spanish · derived from("Micaela")
  2. Portuguese · derived from("Micaela")
  3. English todayMichaela

From Michael + -a. Latinate feminine form of Michael, first appearing as an anglicisation of the Portuguese ("Micaela") and Spanish ("Micaela"). Doublet of Michelle.

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