Richelle: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: r-eech-ehll-eh
Origin: France
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Richelle means 'brave or powerful ruler in French'.

Meaning of the name Richelle means brave or powerful ruler in French. History of the name Richelle was first recorded in the US in the 20th century and gained popularity after the 1960s. Richelle's popularity began to rise in the 1960s, but it peaked in the late 1980s, specifically in 1989. Perception of the name Richelle evokes feelings of elegance and strength. Richelle is primarily a feminine name, though it can be used for boys in some rare cases. In the United States, it ranks in overall popularity and in girl names, according to The Bump. The name is also recognized in various cultures, including English-speaking countries, where it is associated with elegance and sophistication.

Richelle Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Richelle is currently #7852 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Richelle is currently #4435 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Richelle is currently #3946 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Richelle is currently #2200 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Source: Social Security Administration

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