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Female

Michelle

Name Meaning:

French feminine form of Michel (Michael), meaning "who is like God?"

Noteable Namesakes

Michelle Obama (US First Lady); Michelle Pfeiffer (Actress); Michelle Williams (Actress); Michelle Yeoh (Actress); Michelle Kwan (Figure Skater)

Origin

French/Hebrew

Popularity

US: #371, UK: #423

Variations/Nicknames

Michele; Shelley; Chelle; Micki; Elle

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