The surname "Mitchell" is of English and Scottish origin, derived from the given name Michael, which means "who is like God?" in Hebrew. It became a common surname in the Middle Ages, often used to denote "son of Michael" or "descendant of Michael." Mitchell is a widespread surname, particularly in English-speaking countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia. Notable individuals with the surname include Mitchell Baker, co-founder of the Mozilla Corporation, and Margaret Mitchell, the author of the famous novel "Gone with the Wind."