Machala

Machala Meaning & Origin

About Machala
The name "Machala" is of African origin and is commonly used in the Bantu language. It means "a gift" or "a blessing." This name carries a positive connotation, symbolizing the joy and gratitude associated with receiving a precious gift. It is often given to girls, reflecting the hope and happiness they bring to their families and communities.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Machala are female.

Machala Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -16.67% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
MKL
🗽 NYSIIS
MNA
🔊 Soundex
M02040
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
M AH0 CH AA1 L AH0
🌐 IPA
/məˈʧɑlə/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('MKL', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
M240

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Machala in Braille

Here's how to represent Machala in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Machala in braille

How to Spell the Name Machala in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Machala using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Machala in sign language

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