Meaning: Diminutive of Marcus; probably related to Mars
The story
A Roman name formed as a diminutive of Marcus. Its link with Mars is inherited through Marcus; little warrior adds an interpretation beyond the documented name formation.
Nicknames
- Marc
- Cello
- Marcel
Spellings & variants
Popularity
Uncommon
Outside the US top 1,000.
Lower in the latest US rankings
Style
Origins
Marcellus comes from Latin.
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