Marcellus

Marcellus is traditionally interpreted as 'young warrior' or 'little warrior,' as it is a diminutive of Mars, the god after whom the month of March is named.

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Marcellus is a name of Ancient Roman origin, derived from the Latin name 'Marcellus,' a diminutive of 'Marcus,' itself derived from Mars, the Roman god of war.

  • Babies named Marcellus in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 267
  • Nicknames: Marc, Marce, Mace, Marcy, Cell.
  • Full Names: Marcello, Marcel, Marcus, Mark, Markus.
  • Famous Namesakes: Pope Marcellus II - Religious Leader, Marcellus Wiley - Sports Analyst, Marcellus Shale - Geological Formation, Marcellus Basson - Chef, Marcellus Williams - Athlete.
  • Gender: Typically categorized as a masculine name
  • Numerology: In numerology, Marcellus resonates with the number 9, which is associated with strong ethical values, humanitarianism, empathy, and a desire for harmony and understanding among people.

Though not as common as its derivatives like Marcus or Marcell, Marcellus retains a classic and timeless appeal, often seeing fluctuating trends in popularity across Roman and historical-inspired literature.

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