Macaila
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Macaila first appeared in US Social Security records in 1994.
Over 151 babies have been named Macaila in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Macaila is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,094 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #12,094
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Macaila
Macaila is a girl name .
Macaila is currently ranked #12,094 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Macaila include Mac, Maca, Macay, Macaie, Ila, Ilay, Ilaie, May, Maie, and Mackins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Macaila include Macarena . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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