Marcela Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marcela originates from Latin, meaning 'warlike'. It evolved from the name Marcus through Marcellus. The name is associated with strength and has gained popularity in the 20th century, especially in Spanish-speaking regions. It has several variants and is perceived positively today.
The name Marcela is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. 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, Marcela has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marcela' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2747th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2419th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2523rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1324th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1079th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1309th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1731st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marcela' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marcela"
Pronunciation
/mɑːrˈsɛlə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Marcela is derived from the Latin name 'Marcellus', which is a diminutive form of 'Marcus', meaning 'male, manly, or brave'.
Meaning
warlike
Language Evolution
Marcus, Marcellus, Marcela
Historical Usage
Marcela gained popularity in various cultures, especially in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries, during the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Marcelle, Marcy, Marcie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Marcela is viewed as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strength and femininity.
Famous People
Marcela Valladolid, a Mexican chef and television personality, Marcela Basteri, an Argentine singer and actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marcela"
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 "Marcela"
"Marcela" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2747th of 9107 | 190 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2419th of 9204 | 234 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2523rd of 12526 | 380 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1324th of 19264 | 1,344 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1079th of 27321 | 2,528 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1309th of 35406 | 2,662 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1731st of 30306 | 1,479 |
Regional Popularity of "Marcela" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Marcela" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
42.90% 1015th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
43.73% 1029th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
46.65% 1331st/2853 |
53.87% 1495th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
61.39% 1803rd/2937 |
48.95% 1705th/3483 |
32.23% 1134th/3518 |
16.82% 680th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
43.53% 1604th/3685 |
33.83% 1514th/4475 |
19.02% 988th/5194 |
10.18% 643rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.86% 2376th/4582 |
33.13% 1711th/5164 |
16.60% 1214th/7313 |
13.25% 989th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
84.49% 3366th/3984 |
53.26% 2390th/4487 |
19.41% 1324th/6822 |
25.97% 1630th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marcela"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marcela" 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.