Marcela: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A young warrior, dedicated and bravely compassionate.
- Origin
- Spanish
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #1846
- Peak
- #947 in 1991
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Marcela Means
Marcela is a girl name of Spanish origin. A young warrior, dedicated and bravely compassionate.
How Popular Marcela Is
Marcela currently ranks #1846 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #947 in 1991. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Marcela
- At its most popular, Marcela reached #947 in the U.S. in 1991.
- Marcela is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Marcela is a name from the Spanish-speaking world.
Names Like Marcela
Other Spanish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Marcela
Spanish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Marcela.
Questions About Marcela
What does Marcela mean?
Marcela is a girl name of Spanish origin. A young warrior, dedicated and bravely compassionate.
How popular is Marcela?
Marcela currently ranks #1846 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #947 in 1991. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Marcela come from?
Marcela comes from Spanish roots. At its most popular, Marcela reached #947 in the U.S. in 1991.
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