Mechelle: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: m-ehch-ehll-eh
Origin: Israel
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: One who is near god

Mechelle is a variant of the popular feminine name Michelle, derived from the Hebrew name Michael, which signifies "one who is near God. " The name has its roots in the French name Michel, a derivation of the Biblical name Michael. Over time, Mechelle has gained recognition as a unique and meaningful name, reflecting its connection to faith and spirituality. Despite not being as popular as Michelle, Mechelle offers a distinctive and elegant alternative. Mechelle is of Hebrew origin, meaning "one who is near God. " It is a variation of the French name Michelle, which is itself derived from the male Biblical name Michael. Mechelle is not as commonly used as Michelle but has started gaining recognition. It is considered a rare baby name in the US, not featuring within the top 1000 popular baby girl names.

Mechelle Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Mechelle is currently #24293 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Mechelle is currently #13912 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Mechelle is currently #11852 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Mechelle is currently #6748 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

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