Machele

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.

Pronounced muh-SHEL.

As of October 2026, Machele ranked #7835 in US births in 1981 SSA, peaked at #2287 in 1966.