Marcelino
Marcelino is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Dedicated to Mars or young warrior.
Origin and history
Marcelino is a Spanish and Portuguese name derived from the Ancient Roman name Marcellinus, which is a diminutive of Marcellus and Marcus. It has a long historical tradition in Western Europe and the Americas. In the United States, it maintains steady, moderate usage, particularly within Hispanic communities.
Popularity in the United States
7,476 babies in the United States have been named Marcelino since 1880. It ranks #1398 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1348.
States where it is most popular
- TX (43.4 %)
- CA (37.8 %)
- NY (5.7 %)
- AZ (3 %)
- IL (2.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 15 |
| 1910-1920 | 196 |
| 1920-1930 | 447 |
| 1930-1940 | 431 |
| 1940-1950 | 399 |
| 1950-1960 | 471 |
| 1960-1970 | 591 |
| 1970-1980 | 681 |
| 1980-1990 | 776 |
| 1990-2000 | 954 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,036 |
| 2010-2019 | 869 |
| 2020-2029 | 600 |
Famous people named Marcelino
- Marcelino Champagnat: Priest, Saint
- Marcelino Moreno: Athlete, Soccer player
Nicknames
Lino, Marcy
Fun facts
- Marcelino originates from the Roman family name Marcellinus, extending back to classical antiquity.
- The name gained global cultural recognition through the famous 1955 Spanish movie 'Marcelino, pan y vino'.