Marcella
girl name#948 in 2025Marcella entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #155 in 1922, ranks #948 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#948
rank today
#155
peak (1922)
272
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #449 |
| 1890s | #342 |
| 1900s | #246 |
| 1910s | #188 |
| 1920s | #169 |
| 1930s | #221 |
| 1940s | #276 |
| 1950s | #332 |
| 1960s | #386 |
| 1970s | #491 |
| 1980s | #664 |
| 1990s | #877 |
| 2000s | #1190 |
| 2010s | #1285 |
| 2020s | #1046 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Marcella has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 31,500 people named Marcella are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marcella alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marcella in 2025?
- Marcella ranks #948 among US girl names in 2025, with 272 babies given the name.
- When was the name Marcella most popular?
- Marcella peaked in 1922, reaching #155 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Marcella with classmates?
- Marcella will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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