Find out how popular the first name Michaelina has been for the last 34 years (from 1979 to 2012) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Michaelina by gender

Based on the last 34 years of data, Michaelina is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2012, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Michaelina.

The history of the first name Michaelina

The name Michaelina is a feminine form of the name Michael, which has its origins in the Hebrew name מִיכָאֵל (Mikhael). It is derived from the rhetorical question "Who is like God?" (מי כאל), suggesting "There is no one like God." The name Michael has been popular among Jews, Christians, and Muslims for centuries.

Michaelina first emerged as a given name in parts of Europe during the Middle Ages, particularly in Italy, France, and parts of Germany. It was likely influenced by the widespread veneration of the Archangel Michael in Christian traditions. The name may have been used as a way to honor the Archangel or express devotion to him.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Michaelina can be found in the 13th century, when a Michaelina de Furno was mentioned in historical records from the city of Pisa, Italy. In the 14th century, a Michaelina de Rubeis was listed as a resident of Florence, Italy.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Michaelina. One of the earliest was Michaelina Wautier (1604-1689), a Flemish painter known for her portraits and still-life paintings. Another was Michaelina Woutiers (1630-1692), a Dutch Golden Age painter who specialized in floral still-life paintings.

In the 18th century, Michaelina Žoštautaitė (1718-1782) was a Lithuanian noblewoman and landowner who played a significant role in the political and cultural life of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. Around the same time, Michaelina Kowalska (1737-1804) was a Polish nun and mystic who is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church.

In the 19th century, Michaelina Wautier (1815-1896) was a Belgian painter and art teacher known for her portraits and religious works. She was a member of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Brussels.

While Michaelina was once a relatively common name in certain parts of Europe, its usage has declined in recent centuries. However, it remains a unique and historically significant name with roots dating back to the Middle Ages and the veneration of the Archangel Michael.

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