Marcello Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmar-CHEL-oh / mɑːrˈtʃɛloʊItalian; Latin
Meaning
Latin: little warrior; Italian: dedicated to Mars
Historical & Cultural Background
Marcello is derived from the Latin name 'Marcellus', which is a diminutive form of 'Marcus'. The name has been popular in Italy and among Italian-speaking communities. It has historical significance due to its association with Saint Marcellus, a pope in the early Christian church. The name has also been used in various artistic and cultural contexts, particularly in music and literature.
Trend Summary
Marcello has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among Italian-American families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marcellus
- Marcello
International Variants
- Marcelo (Spanish)
- Marcellus (Latin)
- Marcel (French)
- Marcell (Hungarian)
Famous people named Marcello
Marcello Mastroianni was an acclaimed Italian actor known for his work in films such as 'La Dolce Vita'.
Marcello Lippi is a former Italian football manager who led the national team to victory in the 2006 FIFA World Cup.
Marcello Pera is an Italian philosopher and politician who served as the President of the Italian Senate.
Marcello Malpighi was a 17th-century Italian biologist and physician, often referred to as the father of microscopic anatomy.
Fictional characters named Marcello
Marcello is a character in the film 'La Dolce Vita', representing the archetype of the disillusioned journalist.
Marcello is a character in the opera 'La Bohème', where he is a painter and friend of the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marcello was first seen in the United States in 1912. Marcello has ranked as high as #1136 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Marcello has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marcello (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 42 | |
| TX | 38 | |
| NY | 20 | |
| FL | 15 | |
| PA | 11 | |
| CT | 8 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1923 | 16 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 17 |
| 1928 | 11 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 15 |
| 1932 | 16 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 13 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 15 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 16 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1961 | 13 |
| 1962 | 19 |
| 1963 | 30 |
| 1964 | 20 |
| 1965 | 50 |
| 1966 | 34 |
| 1967 | 35 |
| 1968 | 42 |
| 1969 | 61 |
| 1970 | 57 |
| 1971 | 58 |
| 1972 | 49 |
| 1973 | 74 |
| 1974 | 50 |
| 1975 | 52 |
| 1976 | 40 |
| 1977 | 30 |
| 1978 | 51 |
| 1979 | 45 |
| 1980 | 52 |
| 1981 | 122 |
| 1982 | 86 |
| 1983 | 54 |
| 1984 | 50 |
| 1985 | 57 |
| 1986 | 52 |
| 1987 | 48 |
| 1988 | 47 |
| 1989 | 51 |
| 1990 | 58 |
| 1991 | 51 |
| 1992 | 47 |
| 1993 | 60 |
| 1994 | 47 |
| 1995 | 74 |
| 1996 | 84 |
| 1997 | 97 |
| 1998 | 90 |
| 1999 | 88 |
| 2000 | 112 |
| 2001 | 98 |
| 2002 | 105 |
| 2003 | 106 |
| 2004 | 126 |
| 2005 | 132 |
| 2006 | 164 |
| 2007 | 182 |
| 2008 | 190 |
| 2009 | 180 |
| 2010 | 173 |
| 2011 | 170 |
| 2012 | 143 |
| 2013 | 173 |
| 2014 | 168 |
| 2015 | 155 |
| 2016 | 154 |
| 2017 | 143 |
| 2018 | 140 |
| 2019 | 137 |
| 2020 | 166 |
| 2021 | 140 |
| 2022 | 142 |
| 2023 | 146 |
| 2024 | 224 |