Marcela
girl name#1548 in 2025Marcela entered the US charts in 1908, peaked at #946 in 1991, ranks #1548 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1908–2025
#1548
rank today
#946
peak (1991)
136
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1439 |
| 1910s | #3089 |
| 1920s | #2187 |
| 1930s | #2476 |
| 1940s | #2876 |
| 1950s | #3023 |
| 1960s | #1912 |
| 1970s | #1213 |
| 1980s | #1068 |
| 1990s | #1046 |
| 2000s | #1267 |
| 2010s | #1754 |
| 2020s | #1628 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Marcela has been most popular in TX, FL, CA.
Living bearers
About 8,400 people named Marcela are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marcela alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marcela in 2025?
- Marcela ranks #1548 among US girl names in 2025, with 136 babies given the name.
- When was the name Marcela most popular?
- Marcela peaked in 1991, reaching #946 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Marcela with classmates?
- Marcela will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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