Marcellus: Name Meaning, Origin, Nicknames and Popularity

The name Marcellus is derived from the Latin personal name Marcellus, which itself is a diminutive form of Marcus. The name Marcus is of Roman origin and is believed to be derived from the Latin word "mars" meaning "warlike." Therefore, the name Marcellus is often interpreted to mean "little warrior" or "warlike."

The name Marcellus originated from ancient Rome. It is derived from the Latin name "Marcellus," which meant "young warrior" or "dedicated to Mars" (the Roman god of war). It was a common Roman family name during the Republican period and later became popular as a given name.

The popularity of the name Marcellus has varied over time. According to data from the Social Security Administration, Marcellus was most popular in the early 1900s, peaking in 1918 when it ranked at #316. Since then, the name has gradually declined in popularity. In recent years, it has not ranked within the top 1,000 names in the United States. However, it is worth noting that popularity can vary by region and can be influenced by cultural trends.

Possible variations of the name Marcellus include:
1. Marcello
2. Marcell
3. Marcelino
4. Marcellus
5. Marcellusio
6. Marcele
7. Marcelius
8. Marcellinus
9. Marceliano
10. Marcelus

1. Marcy
2. Cel
3. Mars
4. Mar
5. Celly
6. Marsh
7. Cellus
8. Ella
9. Rello
10. Sal

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