Female Name
Micheline
miʃ.lin
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
composers
diminutives
educators
ends in -ine
ends in -line
feminine forms
politics
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
57/100
classic65%
mature80%
formal100%
wholesome65%
refined120%
serious120%
Meaning & Etymology
Micheline is a French feminine diminutive of Michel, often used as a given name. It carries connotations of femininity and endearment, derived from the masculine name Michel, which itself originates from the Hebrew name Michael, meaning 'who is like God?'.
Etymology
Original Form:
Michel
Evolution:
The name Michel evolved into Micheline as a feminine form, incorporating the French diminutive suffix '-line' to denote affection or smallness.
Source:
French naming conventions and linguistic evolution.