girl name
Michelle
Gender
Girl
Popularity
#465 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Michelle in the US, 1880–2025
Michelle first appears in US records in 1915. It peaked in 1969, when 34,319 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 661.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Michelle a boy or a girl name?
Michelle is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Michelle?
In 2025, Michelle ranked #465 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Michelle most popular?
Michelle was most popular in 1969, when about 34,319 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.