"little warrior, warlike"
Origin: Latin
Language: Spanish
Marcelina
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"of Mars, the war god"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
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The Story of Marcelina
Marcelina is the feminine diminutive of Marcello, derived from the Roman family name Marcellus, itself from Marcus, the name of the Roman god of war, Mars. The diminutive suffix -ina transforms the warrior name into something graceful and feminine while retaining its powerful heritage.
Marcelina remains a beloved classic in Spanish, Italian, and Polish communities, carried forward by Catholic tradition honoring Saint Marcelina, the sister of Saint Ambrose of Milan.
Saint Marcelina (c. 330 AD) was the beloved elder sister of Saint Ambrose, one of the most important Church Fathers. Her feast day is July 17, making Marcelina a common name day celebration in Catholic communities across Europe and Latin America.
Historical Record
Marcelina first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,286 babies have been named Marcelina in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Marcelina is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,745 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Saint Marcelina is venerated in both the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches
- Marceline the Vampire Queen from Adventure Time brought new attention to this name family
- The diminutive -ina suffix was extremely productive in Latin, creating dozens of still-used feminine names
Marcelina in Other Languages
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Marcelina
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#2,745
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Marcelina Pienkowska
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1952
Polish labor activist and Solidarity trade union member who helped spark the movement
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Saint Marcelina
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4th century Christian saint, sister of Saint Ambrose of Milan
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #2,745
- Total SSA Count
- 62
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Italian Polish Portuguese
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Marce
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Celi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Marcelina
What does the name Marcelina mean?
"little warrior, warlike" (from Latin). "of Mars, the war god" (from Latin). Marcelina is the feminine diminutive of Marcello, derived from the Roman family name Marcellus, itself from Marcus, the name of the Roman god of war, Mars. The diminutive suffix -ina transforms the warrior name into something graceful and feminine while retaining its powerful heritage.
What is the origin of the name Marcelina?
Marcelina has Latin, Spanish, Italian, Polish, and Portuguese origins. In Latin, it means "little warrior, warlike". In Latin, it means "of Mars, the war god".
Is Marcelina a boy or girl name?
Marcelina is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Marcelina?
Marcelina is currently ranked #2745 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Marcelina?
Common nicknames for Marcelina include Marce, Lina, and Celi.
What are good middle names for Marcelina?
Popular middle name pairings include Marcelina Rose, Marcelina Grace, Marcelina Elena, Marcelina Sofia, and Marcelina Isabel.
What are good sibling names for Marcelina?
Names that pair well with Marcelina as siblings include Valentina, Isabella, Alejandro, Sebastian, and Camila.
How many syllables does Marcelina have?
Marcelina has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Marcelina a common or rare name?
Marcelina is an uncommon name, ranked #2745 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Marcelina
Marcelina is a girl name with Spanish, Italian, Polish, and Portuguese origins . The name means "little warrior, warlike" in Latin .
Marcelina is currently ranked #2,745 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Marcelina has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Marcelina include Marce, Lina, and Celi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Marcelina include Marceline, Marcella, Marcela, Marcie, Marcy . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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