Marcellus vs Foster

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Foster

Boy #1,077 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"forest keeper, forester"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,077
Total SSA Count
202
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Marcellus Rank #951
Foster Rank #1,077

Marcellus is more popular, ranked #951 vs #1077 for Foster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marcellus or Foster more popular?

Marcellus is more popular, ranked #951 compared to Foster at #1077 in the United States.

What do Marcellus and Foster mean?

Marcellus means "little warrior, young Mars" (Latin origin). Foster means "forest keeper, forester" (Old English origin).

Are Marcellus and Foster boy or girl names?

Marcellus is primarily a boy name. Foster is primarily a boy name.

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