Michelle Name Meaning & Origin
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Michelle is a feminine given name of French origin, derived from the masculine name Michel, which itself is the French form of Michael. The name means 'Who is like God?' and became popular in English-speaking countries in the mid-20th century.
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American (Western European) 40% -
French (French) 35% -
Canadian (Western European) 25%
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Name Details
- First Name: Michelle
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Female
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Michelle in the US (SSA Data):
Michelle Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 4
People with this name tend to be: Hard-working, practical and grounded.