Michell
Girl nameMichell has been given to 7,583 babies in the U.S. since 1926. It peaked in 1971.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
7,583
Peak year
1971 (296 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1926
10-year trend
▼ -56%
Gender split
92% girls / 8% boys
Rank through the decades
Michell's rank among U.S. girl names at 25-year milestones.
| Year | Girls rank |
|---|---|
| 1975 | #654 |
— means outside the top 1000 that year.
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Michell — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Michell.
FAQ
How popular is the name Michell?
Michell has been given to 7,583 babies in the U.S. since 1926. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Michell peak?
Michell peaked in 1971, when 296 babies were given the name.
Is Michell a girl or boy name?
Michell is primarily a girl name (92% of babies named Michell are girls).
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