Holding steady, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Mishell since 1957
Babies named Mishell per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 14 |
| 1960s | 63 |
| 1970s | 64 |
| 1980s | 58 |
| 1990s | 83 |
| 2000s | 134 |
| 2010s | 69 |
| 2020s | 31 |
Meaning & origin
Mishell is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1957. Its peak popularity came in 2002, though it has never been widely used. In 2025, the name ranked 14,942 with a frequency of 1 in 321,453 births. The trajectory has been stable with minimal fluctuation. As a variant of Michelle, it carries the elegant sound of the French -elle ending while offering a distinctive spelling. Parents drawn to familiar yet uncommon names might appreciate Mishell's connection to the classic Michael and its soft, feminine feel.
Mishell is a modern English variant of Michelle, the feminine form of Michel, the French form of Michael. Michael comes from the Hebrew name Mikha'el, meaning 'who is like God?', a rhetorical question asserting that no one is like God. As a given name, Mishell emerged in the mid-20th century, likely influenced by the popularity of Michelle and other -elle names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mish, Shell, Mickey
Sibling names for Mishell
Names that share Mishell's style, for a brother or sister.
