Meaning & Origin
A male given name from Latin.
Marcellus is a boy's and girl's baby name of Latin origin, a Roman family name derived from Marcus — related to Mars, the god of war — meaning "little Marcus" or "young warrior." Several Roman consuls, generals, and early Christian saints bore this name.
Marcellus has a grand, Roman imperial quality that has been growing as parents rediscover long, stately classical names. Its natural nickname Marcel gives it a French elegance, while the full form carries the confident weight of ancient Rome. With over 9,000 U.S. births, it has been gaining significant momentum.