Miguela

Miguela is a feminine given name used in some Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking communities. It is a relatively uncommon form that is typically considered a feminine variant of Miguel, the Spanish and Portuguese form of Michael.

Origins and meaning: The name Miguel derives from the Hebrew Michael, meaning “Who is like God?” The feminine form Miguela is created by adding the feminine suffix -a to Miguel, though in practice it may be used as an independent given name or as a variant of Michaela/Micaela.

Usage and distribution: Records show occasional use in Spain, Portugal, and Latin America, but it is not among the more common names and does not have strong popular usage in most countries. Because data on name frequencies is limited, precise rankings are hard to confirm.

Notable people: There are no widely documented public figures named Miguela.

Variants and related names: Common related forms include Michaela and Micaela; some variants may appear as Miguella or Micala in certain records, but these are rare. Pronunciation and spelling can vary by language and region.