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Mike vs Marcellus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mike

Boy #1,011 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God-like"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,011
Total SSA Count
221
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mike Rank #1,011
Marcellus Rank #951

Marcellus is more popular, ranked #951 vs #1011 for Mike.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mike or Marcellus more popular?

Marcellus is more popular, ranked #951 compared to Mike at #1011 in the United States.

What do Mike and Marcellus mean?

Mike means "God-like" (Hebrew origin). Marcellus means "little warrior, young Mars" (Latin origin).

Are Mike and Marcellus boy or girl names?

Mike is primarily a boy name. Marcellus is primarily a boy name.

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