Michelle

Girl's name

Michelle is a French feminine form of Michael, which means "Who is like God?" in Hebrew.

Meaning Who is like God?
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 772 Falling
Peak year 1969

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Michelle Obama - Former First Lady of the United States.
  • Michelle Pfeiffer - Actress known for "Scarface" and "Batman Returns."
  • Michelle Williams - Actress from "Brokeback Mountain" and "Manchester by the Sea."
  • Michelle Yeoh - Actress known for "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon."
  • Michelle Rodriguez - Actress from "Fast & Furious" franchise.
  • Michelle Monaghan - Actress from "Mission: Impossible" and "True Detective."
  • Michelle Dockery - Actress from "Downton Abbey."
  • Michelle Branch - Singer-songwriter known for "Everywhere" and "All You Wanted."
  • Michelle Kwan - Figure skater and Olympic medalist.
  • Michelle Wie - Professional golfer and former world number one.

Sisters for Michelle

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Brothers for Michelle

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Name Variants

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