Mitchell
Mitchell: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɪt͡ʃəl/
Meaning and origin of Mitchell
Root meaning: “Michael”
- A surname transferred from the given name.
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From a Middle English vernacular form of the Old French given name Michel (“Michael”), or in some cases from a Middle English nickname muchel (“big”).
How popular is Mitchell?
Since 1880, 1,128 girls and 164,063 boys in the U.S. have been named Mitchell (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2763 in 1986. Its highest rank for boys was #71 in 1994. In 2025 it ranked #954 for boys, with 245 babies given the name.
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Mitchell FAQ
What does the name Mitchell mean?
Mitchell traces back to a root meaning "Michael". A surname transferred from the given name. A male given name transferred from the surname. From a Middle English vernacular form of the Old French given name Michel (“Michael”), or in some cases from a Middle English nickname muchel (“big”).
What is the origin of the name Mitchell?
Mitchell is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Mitchell?
Since 1880, 1,128 girls and 164,063 boys in the U.S. have been named Mitchell (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2763 in 1986. Its highest rank for boys was #71 in 1994. In 2025 it ranked #954 for boys, with 245 babies given the name.
Is Mitchell a boy or girl name?
Mitchell is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,128 girls and 164,063 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.