Marcelline Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmar-seh-leen / mɑːrˈsɛliːnLatin; French
Meaning
Latin: young warrior; French: little warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
Marcelline is derived from the Latin name Marcellus, which means 'little warrior.' It has been used in various cultures, particularly in French-speaking regions. The name has historical significance, as it was borne by several saints and has been popular in literature and art.
Trend Summary
Marcelline has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking unique names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marceline
- Marcel
International Variants
- Marcelle (French)
- Marcelina (Spanish)
- Marcela (Spanish)
Famous people named Marcelline
Marcelline D. Dufour was a French artist known for her contributions to the Impressionist movement.
Marcelline D. Dufour was a notable French writer recognized for her novels in the early 20th century.
Fictional characters named Marcelline
Marcelline is a character in the novel 'The Last of the Mohicans' by James Fenimore Cooper, representing themes of loyalty and bravery.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marcelline was first seen in the United States in 1900. Marcelline has ranked as high as #840 nationally, which occurred in 1928, and has been most popular in New York, Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin. In the past 5 years the name Marcelline has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marcelline (1965)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 13 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 20 |
| 1919 | 25 |
| 1920 | 23 |
| 1921 | 17 |
| 1922 | 25 |
| 1923 | 31 |
| 1924 | 21 |
| 1925 | 16 |
| 1926 | 28 |
| 1927 | 37 |
| 1928 | 54 |
| 1929 | 41 |
| 1930 | 43 |
| 1931 | 31 |
| 1932 | 34 |
| 1933 | 22 |
| 1934 | 22 |
| 1935 | 25 |
| 1936 | 25 |
| 1937 | 24 |
| 1938 | 23 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 17 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 13 |
| 1946 | 16 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 15 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 15 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 15 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2024 | 8 |