Find out how popular the first name Mischelle has been for the last 20 years (from 1974 to 1993) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Mischelle by gender

Based on the last 20 years of data, Mischelle is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1993, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Mischelle.

The history of the first name Mischelle

The name Mischelle is a feminine given name of French origin, derived from the French name Michelle, which itself is a variant spelling of the Hebrew name Michael, meaning "who is like God." The earliest recorded use of the name Michelle dates back to the Middle Ages in France, around the 12th century.

Mischelle is believed to have emerged as a unique spelling variation of Michelle during the Renaissance period in Europe, particularly in France and Italy. It was likely influenced by the Italian spelling "Mitchella" or the French "Mitchelle," which were variations of the name Michelle at the time.

While the name Mischelle does not appear to have any direct historical references in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its root name, Michael, has significant biblical and historical significance. The Archangel Michael is a prominent figure in the Bible, and the name Michael was widely used in various forms across Europe during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.

One of the earliest known individuals with the name Mischelle was Mischelle de Montpellier, a French noblewoman born in the late 15th century. She was a prominent figure in the court of King Louis XII of France and was known for her patronage of the arts and literature.

Another notable figure was Mischelle de Valois, a French princess born in 1542, who was the daughter of King Henry II of France and Catherine de' Medici. She was known for her influential role in the French Wars of Religion and her support for the Huguenot cause.

In the 17th century, Mischelle de La Fayette, a French novelist and memoirist, was born in 1634. She is best known for her novel "The Princess of Cleves," which is considered one of the earliest examples of the psychological novel.

During the 18th century, Mischelle de Sévigné, a French aristocrat and prolific letter writer, was born in 1626. Her letters, which were published after her death, provide a valuable insight into the social and cultural life of 17th-century France.

In the 19th century, Mischelle de Staël, a French-Swiss writer and intellectual, was born in 1766. She was a prominent figure in the French Romantic movement and a staunch supporter of the ideals of the French Revolution.

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