Mitchell
m(i)-tche-ll,
mit-chell
US Popularity:1737
Origin:Hebrew
Other Origin(s):British
Meaning:Who is like God; Big
The boy’s name Mitchell has Hebrew and British origins. In Hebrew, it relates to the name Michael, meaning “who is like God.” Influenced by the spiritual warrior Saint Michael, the champion of justice, baby Mitchell need only look to their name to be reminded of the power in their goodness. Mitchell was also once a sweet nickname for a "big" person in British history. Inspired by divinity, a name like Mitchell can be a guiding light towards a happy and righteous life for baby.
Famous People Named Mitchell
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Margaret MitchellAuthor
How Popular Is The Name Mitchell?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Mitchell is currently #1304 on The Bump
Boy:Mitchell is currently #720 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Mitchell is currently #1737 in U.S. births
Boy:Mitchell is currently #843 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#843
in 2023
- 28
from 2022
Sources
Baby Names 2020 by Eleanor Turner, pg. 141
Name Doctor, Mitchell
Behind the Name, Michael, June 2023
Behind the Name, Mitchell, January 2022
Ancestry, Mitchell Family History
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