Richelle Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationri-SHEL / rɪˈʃɛlFrench; English
Meaning
French: Little ruler; English: Variant of Michelle
Historical & Cultural Background
Richelle is a feminine name that has roots in both French and English cultures. It is often considered a diminutive or variant of the name Michelle, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Michael. The name has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries, particularly in the late 20th century. Its unique sound and spelling have made it appealing to parents looking for a modern yet classic name.
Trend Summary
Richelle experienced a peak in popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Richella
- Richelle
International Variants
- Michele (Italian)
- Michaela (German)
Famous people named Richelle
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Richelle was first seen in the United States in 1942. Richelle has ranked as high as #842 nationally, which occurred in 1969, and has been most popular in California, Pennsylvania, New York, Ohio, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Richelle has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Richelle (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 16 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1951 | 23 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 34 |
| 1954 | 43 |
| 1955 | 41 |
| 1956 | 53 |
| 1957 | 60 |
| 1958 | 62 |
| 1959 | 61 |
| 1960 | 86 |
| 1961 | 116 |
| 1962 | 94 |
| 1963 | 121 |
| 1964 | 102 |
| 1965 | 126 |
| 1966 | 170 |
| 1967 | 193 |
| 1968 | 229 |
| 1969 | 281 |
| 1970 | 257 |
| 1971 | 225 |
| 1972 | 264 |
| 1973 | 249 |
| 1974 | 201 |
| 1975 | 187 |
| 1976 | 167 |
| 1977 | 156 |
| 1978 | 182 |
| 1979 | 208 |
| 1980 | 187 |
| 1981 | 195 |
| 1982 | 164 |
| 1983 | 184 |
| 1984 | 152 |
| 1985 | 187 |
| 1986 | 201 |
| 1987 | 214 |
| 1988 | 216 |
| 1989 | 241 |
| 1990 | 214 |
| 1991 | 218 |
| 1992 | 160 |
| 1993 | 180 |
| 1994 | 151 |
| 1995 | 128 |
| 1996 | 134 |
| 1997 | 88 |
| 1998 | 85 |
| 1999 | 86 |
| 2000 | 65 |
| 2001 | 61 |
| 2002 | 77 |
| 2003 | 66 |
| 2004 | 63 |
| 2005 | 50 |
| 2006 | 57 |
| 2007 | 59 |
| 2008 | 59 |
| 2009 | 68 |
| 2010 | 53 |
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 43 |
| 2013 | 34 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 7 |