Mitchelle is of French origin, derived from the given name Michel, which means 'who is like God?' The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century. It was often used as a feminine form of Michael but has since been recognized as a distinct female name. Mitchelle is composed of two elements: Mitchell, meaning 'who is like God,' and the suffix -elle, which denotes femininity.
The name Mitchelle experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks in the late 70s and early 90s, but overall, it has been relatively uncommon throughout its history, with fewer than ten occurrences per year for most of the time period shown.