Standard spelling
米歇尔
Mǐ xiē ěr
The standard Chinese spelling of Michelle.
- 米
- rice; a common name sound
- 歇
- to rest; a common name sound
- 尔
- a common name ending
The version used for Michelle in Chinese books, films and news.
Michelle in Chinese
In Chinese, Michelle is written 米歇尔 (Mǐ xiē ěr), the standard spelling used in Chinese books, films and news. If you would like a name with meaning, try 梦雪 (Mèng xuě): a Chinese-style name meaning a dream of snow.
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米歇尔
Mǐ xiē ěr
Michelle
Choose by sound or by meaning.
There is no single official spelling of an English name in Chinese. Here is what each option says, character by character.
Name with meaning
梦雪
Mèng xuě
A Chinese-style name meaning a dream of snow.
- 梦
- dream
- 雪
- snow
Keeps the “Mi-shelle” sound of Michelle, with a meaning worth wearing.
Single character
雪
Xuě
A single character meaning snow.
- 雪
- snow
A compact mark for small artwork or a seal-style stamp.
Where Michelle comes from.
Michelle is the French feminine form of Michel, the French form of Michael, meaning “who is like God?”.
Famous Michelles in Chinese
- Michelle Obamaformer First Lady of the United States米歇尔·奥巴马
About Michelle in Chinese
What does the name Michelle mean?
Michelle is the French feminine form of Michel, the French form of Michael, meaning “who is like God?”.
How do you say Michelle in Chinese?
Michelle is written 米歇尔 and pronounced Mǐ xiē ěr. This is the standard spelling Chinese speakers use for the name. The version used for Michelle in Chinese books, films and news.
What does 梦雪 mean?
梦雪 (Mèng xuě) is a Chinese-style name for Michelle: a Chinese-style name meaning a dream of snow. 梦 means “dream”, 雪 means “snow”.
Which version of Michelle is best for a tattoo?
米歇尔 is how Chinese speakers will read your name. 梦雪 is shorter and every character carries a meaning, which many people prefer for body art. Write it in a readable style such as Kaishu, and show it to a fluent reader before your appointment.