Mitchell
Mitchell is an boy name of English, from Hebrew via French origin, meaning “Who is like God? (from Michael)”.
| Meaning | Who is like God? (from Michael) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | English, from Hebrew via French |
| Pronunciation | MICH-ul |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, Australia, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Mitchell
Mitchell is an English surname that developed from Michel, the medieval French form of Michael, which goes back to the Hebrew 'who is like God?'. A less common explanation links some Mitchell families to Old English micel, 'big'. As a first name it was popular in the United States, Canada and Australia from the 1950s to the 1990s. Singer Joni Mitchell and author Margaret Mitchell made the surname famous.
Is Mitchell a religious name?
Mitchell is mostly secular in use, though through Michael it ultimately recalls the archangel of the Bible.
How popular is Mitchell?
Peaked in the late twentieth century and is less common for babies today.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mitchell mean?
Mitchell means 'Who is like God? (from Michael)'. It is of English, from Hebrew via French origin.
Does Mitchell have a religious meaning?
Mitchell is mostly secular in use, though through Michael it ultimately recalls the archangel of the Bible.
How do you pronounce Mitchell?
Mitchell is pronounced MICH-ul.
Is Mitchell a boy or girl name?
Mitchell is usually a boy name.