Michelle
girl name#465 in 2025Michelle entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #2 in 1968, ranks #465 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1915–2025
#465
rank today
#2
peak (1968)
661
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4300 |
| 1920s | #3030 |
| 1930s | #1640 |
| 1940s | #380 |
| 1950s | #102 |
| 1960s | #18 |
| 1970s | #5 |
| 1980s | #17 |
| 1990s | #39 |
| 2000s | #75 |
| 2010s | #196 |
| 2020s | #397 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Michelle has been most popular in California, Texas, New York.
Living bearers
About 769,000 people named Michelle are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Michelle alive today was born around 1975, making them about 50 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Michelle in 2025?
- Michelle ranks #465 among US girl names in 2025, with 661 babies given the name.
- When was the name Michelle most popular?
- Michelle peaked in 1968, reaching #2 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Michelle with classmates?
- Michelle will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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