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Maricela

Heartmah-ree-SEL-ah
Spanish, combination of Maria and Celia
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + heaven"

Maricela Origin and Meaning

The name Maricela is a girl's name meaning "drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + heaven".

A pretty and little-known Spanish smoosh name, combining Maria with Celia.

Maria ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Maryam/Mariam. The original meaning of Maryam is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea"); "bitter" (from Hebrew marah "bitterness"); and "beloved" (from the Egyptian root mr).

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Famous People Named Maricela

  • Maricela CornejoAmerican boxer
  • Maricela Contreras JuliánMexican politician
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  • Maricela Aurora ChávezMexican racewalker

Maricela in Pop Culture

  • Maricela from "Spirit Riding: Free"a 2017 Netflix Original Series