Marcella
Meaning of Marcella
Marcella is a beautiful and timeless name for a baby girl. It has a rich history and is derived from the Latin name "Marcellus," which means "little warrior." The name Marcella is pronounced as mar-SEL-uh in American English and mar-CHEL-lah in Italian. It has variations such as Marcela and Marcelle. Marcella has been a popular choice for parents over the years, consistently ranking within the top 1500 names in the United States. While its popularity has slightly declined in recent years, it remains a classic and elegant choice for any little girl.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as mar-CHEL-lah (/marˈtʃɛl.la/)
American English
- Pronunced as mar-SEL-uh (/mɑrˈsɛl.ə/)
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Similar Names to Marcella
Notable People Named Marcella
| Marcella Levy, also known as Marcy Levy and Marcella Detroit, is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist who co-wrote "Lay Down Sally" for Eric Clapton and achieved success with the band Shakespears Sister, including the hit "Stay." |
| Marcella Nunez-Smith is an accomplished American physician-scientist, serving as a professor at Yale School of Medicine and playing a key role in the White House COVID-19 Response Team. |
| Marcella Arguello is an American comedian known for her work in Los Angeles, California. |
| Marcella Michelangeli is an Italian former actress and singer. |
