Holding steady.
Popularity of Marcele since 1918
Babies named Marcele per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 44 |
| 1930s | 29 |
| 1940s | 10 |
| 1950s | 11 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Marcele is an exceedingly rare feminine name that peaked in 1922, when it was given to a handful of girls. Records from the Social Security Administration show it was first recorded in 1918, but it never reached a level of widespread popularity to achieve a rank. The name's trajectory has been stable, meaning it has seen no significant resurgence. Marcele is a variant of the French Marcel, and like many French-inspired names of the early 20th century, it has fallen out of common use. It did not appear in any state's top 1000 lists, indicating its niche status. Those drawn to Marcele today may appreciate its vintage French character and rarity.
Marcele is likely a French feminine variant of Marcel, which itself comes from the Latin name Marcellus, a diminutive of Marcus. Marcus is traditionally associated with the Roman god of war, Mars, giving the name a connotation of martial strength. The name Marcel has been used in France since the Middle Ages, and Marcele emerged as a feminine counterpart, though it has always been rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Marcy, Celle
Sibling names for Marcele
Names that share Marcele's style, for a brother or sister.
