Marcellus
boy name#1054 in 2025Marcellus entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #536 in 1902, ranks #1054 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1054
rank today
#536
peak (1902)
208
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #663 |
| 1890s | #760 |
| 1900s | #740 |
| 1910s | #850 |
| 1920s | #960 |
| 1930s | #1118 |
| 1940s | #1222 |
| 1950s | #1207 |
| 1960s | #990 |
| 1970s | #940 |
| 1980s | #1194 |
| 1990s | #1133 |
| 2000s | #1416 |
| 2010s | #1372 |
| 2020s | #851 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Marcellus has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 7,600 people named Marcellus are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marcellus alive today was born around 1993, making them about 32 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marcellus in 2025?
- Marcellus ranks #1054 among US boy names in 2025, with 208 babies given the name.
- When was the name Marcellus most popular?
- Marcellus peaked in 1902, reaching #536 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Marcellus with classmates?
- Marcellus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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