50+ Adorable Nicknames for Michelle

Do you need good nicknames for someone named Michelle? Perhaps, you have thought about naming your baby girl Michelle but cannot seem to think of personalized nicknames for her, or you have a sister or friend named Michelle, and you can’t seem to find the right pet name for her, then this list of Michelle nicknames is for you.

Michelle is a French variant and a feminine form of Michel, meaning “Gift from God.” Michel is a variant of the Hebrew name Michael which means “Who is like God.” It is extensively used in both Anglophone and Francophone. Michelle could also be a surname.

The Beatles song of the 70s and 80s “Michelle” entered the name Michelle into the girl name hall of fame. It inspired a large number of parents to give their daughters the name Michelle. In 2008, Michelle’s popularity took a nosedive, falling out of the top 100 names for girls. However, it rose to the spotlight once again through the former United States of America First Lady Michelle Obama.

Michelle nicknames

Short Nicknames for Michelle

These short nicknames for Michelle are gotten from the name itself, or by switching some letters from Michelle out with others that sound almost alike

  1. Elle
  2. Chelle
  3. Miche
  4. Michi
  5. Shelly
  6. Shelley
  7. Chel
  8. Ellie
  9. Shell
  10. Mich

Cute Nicknames for Michelle

Michelle is such a cute name, but our list of cute nicknames would give you a personalized nickname for your lovely Michelle.

  1. Mimi
  2. Michy Bear
  3. Michy Boo
  4. Mica
  5. Mimmi
  6. Mish
  7. Micki
  8. Maia: Reference to Greek mythology, daughter of Atlas.
  9. Michu
  10. Meli
  11. Shay: A cute play on the sound of “Chelle.”

Cool Nicknames for Michelle

This list of cool nicknames is a good description for anyone named Michelle; they could also be used as social media handles and Gamertags.

  1. Mia
  2. Mickey
  3. Elli
  4. Chell
  5. Mishe
  6. Shelly Pelly
  7. Shelby
  8. Chela
  9. Shella
  10. Michelada
  11. Mechi
  12. Michelski
  13. Chelles
  14. Me’Shelle

Clever Nicknames for Michelle

Want a clever Nickname for anyone named Michelle; then this list is perfect for you.

  1. Misha: Russian name for Michelle.
  2. Mishi: An Urdu name meaning “lovely life.”
  3. Michelita
  4. Mishel
  5. Micheline
  6. Mish
  7. Chello
  8. Millie
  9. Elmi
  10. Mitchell
  11. First Lady: A reference to Michelle Obama, the former first lady.

Funny Nicknames for Michelle

Funny nicknames bring a different personalized feel to any name; this is why you should browse through our list of funny nicknames for Michelle:

  1. Big Meech: Use this nickname as you please but it is a reference to Demetrius ‘Big Meech’ Flenory, the head of ‘The Black Mafia Family’ (BMF).
  2. Seychelles: The beautiful island country.
  3. Michigan: If it rhymes, it is a nickname.
  4. Minnie: A Michelle with a high-pitched voice (Reference to Mickey Mouse).
  5. Milly
  6. Chelly
  7. Michy Mouse

Famous People Named Michelle

A number of famous people bear the name Michelle, and famous people are a popular source of nicknames. If you’re named Michelle, at some point, someone must have called you “Michelle Obama.” The following are some of the famous people named Michelle:

  • Michelle Obama (former First Lady the United States)
  • Michelle Hunziker (Swiss television hostess, actress, and fashion model)
  • Michelle Marsh (British Page Three Girl)
  • Michelle Williams (R&B artiste from singing group Destiny’s Child)
  • Michelle Trachtenberg (American actress)
  • Michelle Gray (American Politician)
  • Michelle Wie (American golfer)
  • Michelle Phillips (American actress)
  • Michelle Pfeiffer (American actress)
  • Michelle Laine (American fashion designer)
  • Michelle Keegan (English actress)
  • Michelle Kwan (American figure skater)
  • Michelle Forbes (Actress)
  • Michelle Malkin (American political columnist)
  • Michelle Beadle (American sportscaster)
  • Michelle Mccool (American retired professional wrestler)
  • Michelle Bachelet (President of Chile)

Fictional Characters Named Michelle

Michelle is also a popular name used for fictional characters; these characters include:

  • Michelle Dessler (24)
  • Michelle Flaherty (American pie)
  • Michelle Tanner (Full House)
  • Michelle Chang (Tekken)
  • Michelle Richardson (Skins)

By now, you should have a Michelle nickname in mind or at least ideas on a unique nickname you can call your Michelle.

Lastly, if you know any excellent nickname for Michelle that isn’t on this list, be a dear and add it in the comment section.


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  1. My friends call me
    1. Michy
    2. Mishy (Mee-shy)
    3. Marshall
    4. Marshalla
    5. Marshallina
    6. Michelly
    7. Michellina
    8. Mich

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