NAME PROFILE
Michelle
Michelle is a French name meaning 'who is like God.' It carries a sense of elegance and sophistication while also embodying resilience and independence. The name evokes a warmth and charm, often associated with individuals who are nurturing and supportive.
Key Stats
| Total births | 819,760 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1969 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1925 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 23%NY — 22%IL — 19%TX — 19%OH — 18%
Notable People
Michelle Obama (Former First Lady of the United States) · Michelle Williams (Actress, *Brokeback Mountain*) · Michelle Pfeiffer (Actress, *Batman Returns*) · Michelle Yeoh (Actress, *Everything Everywhere All at Once*) · Michelle Kwan (Figure skater, Olympic medalist)
Nicknames & Diminutives
MitchMickyElle
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