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Girl Name

Michelle

"Who is like God, resembling God"

About the Name Michelle

Meaning

Who is like God, resembling God

Origin

French

Gender

Girl

First Letter

M

Michelle is a girl name of French origin. The name means "Who is like God, resembling God" and has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with M or explore other French names.

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Popularity Over Time

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1950
#8
1960
#4
1970
#4
1980
#12
1990
#35
2000
#68
2010
#350
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Michelle

  • MO Michelle Obama
  • MP Michelle Pfeiffer

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Margot

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Quick Facts

Syllables
3
Letters
8
Starts with
M
Origin
French

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