Michelle
GirlFrench
Michelle is a girl name of French origin meaning "Who is like God?".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
French
Religion
Christian
Popularity
40 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
8 letters
Meaning
Who is like God?
Etymology
Derived from the French feminine form of Michel, which comes from the Hebrew name Michael (מִיכָאֵל) meaning “who is like God?” via Greek Mikhaēl.
Famous People Named Michelle
- Michelle Obama — lawyer and former First Lady of the United States (2009-2017)
- Michelle Bachelet — president of Chile from (2006–2010; 2014–2018)
- Michelle Pfeiffer — American actress (born 1958)
- Michelle Rodriguez — American actress
- Michelle Yeoh — Malaysian actress (born 1962)
Frequently Asked Questions About Michelle
What does the name Michelle mean?
Michelle means "Who is like God?", and is of French origin.
What is the origin of the name Michelle?
Michelle originates from French, commonly used in Middle East.
Is Michelle a boy or girl name?
Michelle is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Michelle associated with?
Michelle is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Michelle?
Yes — notable people named Michelle include Michelle Obama (lawyer and former First Lady of the United States, 2009-2017), Michelle Bachelet (president of Chile from, 2006–2010; 2014–2018), Michelle Pfeiffer (American actress, born 1958), Michelle Rodriguez (American actress) and Michelle Yeoh (Malaysian actress, born 1962).
Last updated: June 2026