Marcelo

Boy's name

Marcelo is of Latin origin, derived from the name Marcellus, meaning "young warrior" or "dedicated to Mars."

Meaning Devoted to the god of war
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 709 Rising
Peak year 2024

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Marcelo Bielsa - Argentine football manager known for tactical innovations.
  • Marcelo Claure - Bolivian businessman, CEO of SoftBank Group International.
  • Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa - President of Portugal since 2016.
  • Marcelo Ríos - Chilean former professional tennis player.
  • Marcelo Salas - Retired Chilean footballer, known for his goal-scoring ability.
  • Marcelo Tinelli - Argentine TV host, producer, and businessman.
  • Marcelo D2 - Brazilian rapper, singer, and songwriter.
  • Marcelo Garcia - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world champion.
  • Marcelo H. del Pilar - Filipino writer, lawyer, and journalist.
  • Marcelo Gomes - Brazilian ballet dancer, choreographer, and artistic director.

Brothers for Marcelo

Boy names closely related to Marcelo

Alejandro Julio Luis Pablo Juan Carlos Mario Pedro

Sisters for Marcelo

Girl names closely related to Marcelo

Catalina Alejandra Paulina Miranda Kataleya Ivanna Paula Aitana

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Marcelo

Jamarcus Marc Marcanthony Marcel Marcela Marcelino Marcella Marcello

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