| Pronunciation | /mɪˈʃɛl/ |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Word/name | Hebrew via French and English |
| Meaning | "Who is like God?" |
| Related names | Michael, Michaela, Michel, Mitchell. |
Michelle is a given name, originally the French feminine form of Michel, from the Hebrew name Michael meaning "Who is like God?". It is now extensively used in English-speaking as well as French-speaking countries. It is also a surname.