Michell
boy nameMichell entered the US charts in 1926, peaked at #1896 in 1962, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1926–2025
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rank today
#1896
peak (1962)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4206 |
| 1940s | #2869 |
| 1950s | #2735 |
| 1960s | #2408 |
| 1970s | #3307 |
| 1980s | #4514 |
| 1990s | #6087 |
| 2000s | #9405 |
| 2010s | #8139 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Michell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Michell alive today was born around 1973, making them about 52 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Michell in 2025?
- Michell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Michell most popular?
- Michell peaked in 1962, reaching #1896 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Michell with classmates?
- Michell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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