Machele

French variation of Michael

"who is like God"

Machele Origin and Meaning

The name Machele is a girl's name.

Machele is a feminine given name with various possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Michele, the Italian and French feminine form of Michael, meaning 'who is like God?'. Alternatively, it could be related to Machelle, a French place name used as a personal name. Machele is relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, giving it a distinctive quality. The pronunciation typically follows 'ma-SHELL' or 'ma-SHEL', though regional variations exist. Those named Machele often appreciate the name's uniqueness while still having familiar nickname options like 'Mac' or 'Chele.' The name has maintained a consistent but low profile in usage throughout recent decades.