Michelle as a name
Michelle is a popular female given name of French origin, which means “who is like God?” or “God-like”. It is a variation of the name Michael, which is derived from the Hebrew name Mikha’el.
The name Michelle gained popularity in the United States in the mid-20th century, particularly during the 1960s and 1970s. This was in part due to the popularity of First Lady Michelle Obama, who held the position during the presidency of her husband Barack Obama from 2009 to 2017.
Famous people with the name Michelle include actress Michelle Pfeiffer, singer Michelle Branch, and athlete Michelle Kwan.
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