Markell
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Young warrior, of Mars
Origin: French/Latin
Popularity: Ranked #3065 in 2025 with 40 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Marcel. Shares the meaning 'Young warrior, of Mars.'
Similar names: markel, markella, markelle, makel, mareli, marella, marely, maikel
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Markell? About 1 in 83,213 babies born in 2025 were named Markell, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Markell
What does the name Markell mean?
Markell means “Young warrior, of Mars” from French/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Markell?
Markell has French/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Young warrior, of Mars”.
How popular is Markell?
Markell ranked #3036 in 2025 — given to 40 babies that year.
When was Markell most popular?
Markell peaked in 2005 with 176 babies registered that year.
Is Markell a boy or girl name?
Markell is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Markells in registered births are male.
Is the name Markell rising or falling in popularity?
Markell has fallen 1288 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1748 in 2020 to #3036 in 2025.
How long has Markell been recorded?
Markell appears in birth records across 60 years — from 1962 through 2025.