Marceline Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAR-suh-leen / mɑːr.səˈliːnFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: Little warrior; Latin: Of Mars
Historical & Cultural Background
Marceline is derived from the Latin name 'Marcellinus', which is a diminutive of 'Marcellus', meaning 'little warrior'. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in French-speaking regions. It gained popularity in the 19th century and has been associated with artistic and literary figures.
Trend Summary
Marceline has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Marcel
- Marcy
International Variants
- Marcelina (Spanish)
- Marcelle (French)
- Marcelina (Polish)
Famous people named Marceline
Marceline Desbordes-Valmore was a French poet and actress known for her romantic poetry.
Marceline Loridan-Ivens was a French filmmaker and writer recognized for her works on the Holocaust.
Marceline Smith is a notable American artist known for her contemporary paintings.
Marceline D. was a prominent figure in the French literary scene during the 20th century.
Fictional characters named Marceline
Marceline the Vampire Queen is a character from the animated series 'Adventure Time', known for her musical talent and complex personality.
Marceline is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II', representing themes of loss and survival.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marceline was first seen in the United States in 1891. Marceline has ranked as high as #797 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Ohio, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Marceline has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Marceline (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 94 | |
| CA | 68 | |
| FL | 31 | |
| AZ | 24 | |
| WA | 22 | |
| PA | 20 | |
| OH | 20 | |
| IN | 19 | |
| IL | 18 | |
| NC | 18 | |
| VA | 15 | |
| OR | 15 | |
| TN | 14 | |
| KS | 13 | |
| GA | 13 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1900 | 12 |
| 1903 | 12 |
| 1905 | 7 |
| 1906 | 12 |
| 1908 | 15 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 12 |
| 1911 | 11 |
| 1912 | 20 |
| 1913 | 21 |
| 1914 | 35 |
| 1915 | 37 |
| 1916 | 41 |
| 1917 | 37 |
| 1918 | 30 |
| 1919 | 38 |
| 1920 | 47 |
| 1921 | 49 |
| 1922 | 46 |
| 1923 | 55 |
| 1924 | 69 |
| 1925 | 79 |
| 1926 | 97 |
| 1927 | 166 |
| 1928 | 241 |
| 1929 | 201 |
| 1930 | 126 |
| 1931 | 87 |
| 1932 | 77 |
| 1933 | 60 |
| 1934 | 48 |
| 1935 | 28 |
| 1936 | 26 |
| 1937 | 27 |
| 1938 | 32 |
| 1939 | 24 |
| 1940 | 24 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1942 | 16 |
| 1943 | 22 |
| 1944 | 15 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 21 |
| 1947 | 26 |
| 1948 | 19 |
| 1949 | 22 |
| 1950 | 18 |
| 1951 | 24 |
| 1952 | 21 |
| 1953 | 22 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1955 | 17 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 21 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 48 |
| 2013 | 102 |
| 2014 | 143 |
| 2015 | 128 |
| 2016 | 148 |
| 2017 | 197 |
| 2018 | 179 |
| 2019 | 238 |
| 2020 | 263 |
| 2021 | 362 |
| 2022 | 431 |
| 2023 | 508 |
| 2024 | 605 |