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GirlPronounced French /mi.ʃɛl/; English /mɪ.ˈʃɛl/; Dutch /mi.ˈʃɛl/; Dutch /mi.ˈʃɛ.lə/Dutch language family

Michelle

French feminine form of Michel.

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Michelle is a girl name.

Pronunciation: French /mi.ʃɛl/; English /mɪ.ˈʃɛl/; Dutch /mi.ˈʃɛl/; Dutch /mi.ˈʃɛ.lə/.

GenderGirl
PronunciationFrench /mi.ʃɛl/; English /mɪ.ˈʃɛl/; Dutch /mi.ˈʃɛl/; Dutch /mi.ˈʃɛ.lə/
Language familyDutch

Meaning and history

French feminine form of Michel. It has been common in the English-speaking world since the middle of the 20th century. It became even more popular after the Beatles released a song by this name in 1965. A famous bearer is the former American first lady Michelle Obama (1964-).

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Usage: french, english, dutch

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