Michele Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmee-KEL / /miˈkɛ.le/Italian; Hebrew
Meaning
Italian: who is like God; Hebrew: gift from God
Historical & Cultural Background
Michele is the Italian form of the name Michael, which has biblical origins. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Italy and among Italian-speaking communities. It has been used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly associated with males. The name has seen various adaptations and spellings across different languages.
Trend Summary
The name Michele has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Michele
- Mikael
International Variants
- Mikael (Swedish)
- Mikhail (Russian)
- Micheal (Irish)
- Michele (French)
- Mika (Japanese)
Famous people named Michele
Michele Obama is an American attorney and author, known for her role as the First Lady of the United States from 2009 to 2017.
Michele Bachelet is a Chilean politician and physician who served as the President of Chile.
Michele Pfeiffer is an American actress known for her roles in films such as 'Dangerous Liaisons' and 'Batman Returns'.
Michele Kwan is an American figure skater and Olympic medalist, recognized for her achievements in the sport.
Fictional characters named Michele
Michele is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II', known for her complex relationships.
Michele is a character in the novel 'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt, depicted as a member of an elite group of students.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Michele was first seen in the United States in 1905. Michele has ranked as high as #1034 nationally, which occurred in 1969, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Michele has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Michele (1999)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1911 | 10 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 13 |
| 1914 | 14 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 24 |
| 1917 | 26 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 21 |
| 1920 | 22 |
| 1921 | 20 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 19 |
| 1924 | 19 |
| 1925 | 21 |
| 1926 | 17 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 15 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 13 |
| 1946 | 16 |
| 1947 | 16 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 20 |
| 1950 | 20 |
| 1951 | 20 |
| 1952 | 25 |
| 1953 | 24 |
| 1954 | 24 |
| 1955 | 23 |
| 1956 | 29 |
| 1957 | 28 |
| 1958 | 33 |
| 1959 | 33 |
| 1960 | 38 |
| 1961 | 32 |
| 1962 | 49 |
| 1963 | 52 |
| 1964 | 44 |
| 1965 | 41 |
| 1966 | 65 |
| 1967 | 68 |
| 1968 | 62 |
| 1969 | 85 |
| 1970 | 74 |
| 1971 | 57 |
| 1972 | 69 |
| 1973 | 51 |
| 1974 | 70 |
| 1975 | 64 |
| 1976 | 51 |
| 1977 | 48 |
| 1978 | 42 |
| 1979 | 58 |
| 1980 | 37 |
| 1981 | 47 |
| 1982 | 37 |
| 1983 | 36 |
| 1984 | 33 |
| 1985 | 33 |
| 1986 | 38 |
| 1987 | 38 |
| 1988 | 32 |
| 1989 | 43 |
| 1990 | 36 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 27 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 9 |