Marcelus
boy nameMarcelus entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #3636 in 1991, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
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rank today
#3636
peak (1991)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4553 |
| 1980s | #5437 |
| 1990s | #5274 |
| 2000s | #7802 |
| 2010s | #10356 |
| 2020s | #9340 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Marcelus are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marcelus alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marcelus in 2025?
- Marcelus is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Marcelus most popular?
- Marcelus peaked in 1991, reaching #3636 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Marcelus with classmates?
- Marcelus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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