Meshell
Pronunciation: [ m-EHSH-uhl ]
Meshell is a girl baby name. Ranked #64,216 in the US, popular nicknames include Mes, Mey, and Mesie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Meshell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1958.
Over 497 babies have been named Meshell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Meshell is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,216 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #64,216
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Meshell
Meshell is a girl name .
Meshell is currently ranked #64,216 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Meshell include Mes, Mey, Mesie, and Meshie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis