Marcella
Marcella is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Dedicated to Mars, warlike, or young warrior.
Origin and history
Marcella is a feminine name of Latin origin, derived from Marcellus, a diminutive of Marcus, which relates to Mars, the Roman god of war. It has a long history of use in Western cultures and remains a classic, recognizable name in the United States. While most prominent in the early to mid-20th century, it maintains steady usage today.
Popularity in the United States
65,614 babies in the United States have been named Marcella since 1880. It ranks #502 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #983.
States where it is most popular
- IL (8.3 %)
- CA (8.1 %)
- PA (8 %)
- OH (7.5 %)
- NY (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 222 |
| 1890-1900 | 706 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,762 |
| 1910-1920 | 8,080 |
| 1920-1930 | 13,397 |
| 1930-1940 | 7,915 |
| 1940-1950 | 6,676 |
| 1950-1960 | 6,616 |
| 1960-1970 | 5,984 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,891 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,787 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,306 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,934 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,897 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,441 |
Famous people named Marcella
- Marcella Detroit: Singer, Songwriter
Nicknames
Marcie, Marcy, Cella
Fun facts
- Marcella originated as a Roman family name derived from the praenomen Marcus.
- Saint Marcella was a prominent associate of Saint Jerome in fourth-century Rome.