Marcel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marcel is a name of Latin origin meaning 'young warrior'. It evolved from Marcus to Marcellus and eventually to Marcel. The name has historical significance due to its association with Saint Marcellus I. It is currently viewed as a sophisticated name, linked to several notable personalities.
The name Marcel is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Marcel has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marcel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 605th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 679th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 706th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 627th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 619th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 796th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 747th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3972nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4233rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2702nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3662nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8348th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16381st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marcel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marcel"
Pronunciation
/mɑːrˈsɛl/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Marcel is derived from the Latin name 'Marcellus', which is a diminutive form of 'Marcus'. It means 'little warrior' or 'young warrior'.
Meaning
young warrior
Language Evolution
Marcus, Marcellus, Marcel
Historical Usage
The name Marcel gained popularity in the early medieval period, particularly in Christian contexts, due to the veneration of Saint Marcellus I, a pope in the 3rd century.
Variants & Derivatives
Marcellus, Marcy, Marcelino, Marcelina
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Marcel is perceived as a sophisticated and classic name, often associated with artistic and intellectual figures.
Famous People
Marcel Proust, Marcel Duchamp, Marcel Marceau
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marcel"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Marcel"
"Marcel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 605th of 7545 | 1,727 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 679th of 6773 | 1,537 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 706th of 7552 | 2,037 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 627th of 10718 | 2,702 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 619th of 16616 | 3,974 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 796th of 24088 | 3,784 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 747th of 23106 | 3,972 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3972nd of 9107 | 94 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4233rd of 9204 | 82 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2702nd of 12526 | 338 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3662nd of 19264 | 279 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8348th of 27321 | 130 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16381st of 35406 | 64 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Marcel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
40.11% 568th/1416 |
23.64% 326th/1379 |
44.17% 1045th/2366 |
56.48% 645th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
42.82% 662nd/1546 |
19.99% 311th/1556 |
48.92% 1151st/2353 |
60.12% 930th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
36.28% 808th/2227 |
16.50% 401st/2430 |
37.36% 1066th/2853 |
27.21% 755th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
20.94% 615th/2937 |
13.84% 482nd/3483 |
22.51% 792nd/3518 |
13.60% 550th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
16.07% 592nd/3685 |
11.33% 507th/4475 |
13.86% 720th/5194 |
9.13% 577th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
16.96% 777th/4582 |
13.56% 700th/5164 |
12.53% 916th/7313 |
10.20% 761st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
18.57% 740th/3984 |
13.77% 618th/4487 |
11.76% 802nd/6822 |
12.08% 758th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Marcel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
79.68% 2211th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- |
94.04% 3803rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marcel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marcel" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.