Macalla as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Macalla

What is the meaning of the name Macalla ?

The baby name Macalla is a Unisex name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced muh-KAL-uh (IPA: /məˈkælə/).

Macalla is Irish in Origin.

Macalla is a modern Irish-inspired given name drawn from the Gaelic word macalla, meaning "echo" or "reverberation." Pronounced mah-CAL-uh, it carries a poetic image of voice and memory returning on the air. As a first name it gained notice in the late twentieth century, boosted by Clannad's 1985 album titled Macalla, and remains a rare, gender-neutral choice across Ireland, Britain, and North America.

Some bearers also link Macalla to the Scottish and Irish surname McCalla/McCall, ultimately from Gaelic Mac Cathmhaoil or Mac Colla ("son of the battle chief" or "son of Colla"), giving the name an alternative clan-based lineage. Variant spellings include McCalla and Makalla, while Calla and Mac work as informal short forms. With its succinct sound, Gaelic heritage, and evocative meaning, Macalla suits families seeking a distinctive name that feels traditional yet fresh.

⚙ Macalla is about as rare as a name gets. We count just 2 recorded uses of it worldwide, from 2 countries.