Marcela

Latin

"warlike"

Marcela Origin and Meaning

The name Marcela is a girl's name of Czech origin.

Marcela is a feminine name of Latin origin, being the female form of Marcel or Marcellus, derived from the Roman family name 'Marcellus,' meaning 'young warrior' or 'dedicated to Mars' (the Roman god of war). Popular throughout Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries, Marcela has maintained steady appreciation across generations in Latin America and Europe. The name combines classic elegance with a melodic quality, featuring the appealing nickname options of Cela or Marcy. Marcela has cross-cultural appeal, being recognized in many Romance language countries while remaining distinctive in English-speaking regions. Its combination of historical depth and contemporary sound makes it both timeless and accessible.

Marcela Rank in US Top 1000

# 983 in the US

Popularity of the name Marcela

• 500 Unique 2023
• 303 Mexico 2021

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Famous People Named Marcela

• Marcela Luz Valladolid American chef and TV personality
• Marcela Yolanda Del Río y Reyes Mexican novelist
• Marcela Mariño de Agoncillo Filipina seamstress who sewed the first Philippine flag
• Marcela Paola Aguiñaga Ecuadorian politician
• Marcela Morelo Argentine singer,songwriter
• Marcela Eliana Acuña Argentine boxer
• Marcela Serrano Chilean novelist
• (María) Marcela Lagarde Mexican author and activist

The name Marcela in Pop Culture

• Marcela Jimenez character in "Sims" series