Marcella
Marcella: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Marcella
- A female given name from Latin.
Etymology
From Latin Marcella.
How popular is Marcella?
Since 1880, 65,614 girls and 222 boys in the U.S. have been named Marcella (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #155 in 1922. Its highest rank for boys was #1669 in 1911. In 2025 it ranked #948 for girls, with 272 babies given the name.
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Marcella FAQ
What does the name Marcella mean?
A female given name from Latin. From Latin Marcella.
What is the origin of the name Marcella?
Marcella is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Marcella?
Since 1880, 65,614 girls and 222 boys in the U.S. have been named Marcella (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #155 in 1922. Its highest rank for boys was #1669 in 1911. In 2025 it ranked #948 for girls, with 272 babies given the name.
Is Marcella a boy or girl name?
Marcella is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 65,614 girls and 222 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.