Marcelene Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marcelene is a name of Latin origin meaning 'little warrior'. It evolved from Marcus to Marcellus and finally to Marcelene. The name conveys traits of strength and resilience, with no direct biblical relevance. It became popular in the mid-20th century and has several common variants.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marcelene"
Pronunciation
/mɑːrˈsɛliːn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Marcelene is derived from the Latin name 'Marcellus', which is a diminutive form of 'Marcus', meaning 'little warrior'.
Meaning
little warrior
Language Evolution
Marcus, Marcellus, Marcelene
Historical Usage
Marcelene gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of Marcel.
Variants & Derivatives
Marcel, Marcy, Marcelina
Modern Popularity & Image
Marcelene is viewed as a classic yet unique name, often associated with strength and femininity.
Famous People
Marcelene J. Hargrove, an American educator and author.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 49 peak births in 1928
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marcelene"
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 "Marcelene"
"Marcelene" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3044th of 9107 | 160 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1634th of 9204 | 438 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3406th of 12526 | 233 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8388th of 19264 | 68 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 20142nd of 30306 | 25 |
Regional Popularity of "Marcelene" 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 "Marcelene" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
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| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marcelene"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marcelene" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Marcelene" in the United States
The name Marcelene is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South 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, Marcelene has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Marcelene' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3044th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1634th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3406th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8388th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20142nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marcelene' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.