Macalah is of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic word 'Magh Chola', which means 'plain of the marsh'. It is a unisex name, though it is more commonly used for females. The name Macalah was brought to prominence by its use in various works of literature and popular culture. It has gained popularity as a unique and distinctive given name, especially in English-speaking countries.
"Macalah experienced peak popularity with 12 births in 1997, followed by steady decline, averaging around 5-6 births annually until 2005."