Marcel
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Young warrior, of Mars
Origin: French/Latin
Popularity: Ranked #731 in 2025 with 364 babies born.
History: Marcel is the French form of Marcellus, from the Latin diminutive of Marcus. It is a classic French name associated with the iconic French novelist Marcel Proust, author of In Search of Lost Time. It has been popular in Francophone countries and among French-heritage communities worldwide.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Marcel? About 1 in 9,144 babies born in 2025 were named Marcel, or roughly 1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Marcel
What does the name Marcel mean?
Marcel means “Young warrior, of Mars” from French/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Marcel?
Marcel has French/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Young warrior, of Mars”.
How popular is Marcel?
Marcel ranked #730 in 2025 — given to 364 babies that year.
When was Marcel most popular?
Marcel peaked in 2022 with 417 babies registered that year.
Is Marcel a boy or girl name?
Marcel is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Marcels in registered births are male.
Is the name Marcel rising or falling in popularity?
Marcel has fallen 44 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #686 in 2020 to #730 in 2025.
How long has Marcel been recorded?
Marcel appears in birth records across 130 years — from 1881 through 2025.