Palmer vs Marcellus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Palmer

Boy #1,079 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pilgrim, palm branch bearer"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #951 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"little warrior, young Mars"

Origin: Latin

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Palmer Rank #1,079

Marcellus Rank #951

Marcellus is more popular, ranked #951 vs #1079 for Palmer.

Is Palmer or Marcellus more popular?

Marcellus is more popular, ranked #951 compared to Palmer at #1079 in the United States.

What do Palmer and Marcellus mean?

Palmer means "pilgrim, palm branch bearer" (Old French origin). Marcellus means "little warrior, young Mars" (Latin origin).

Are Palmer and Marcellus boy or girl names?

Palmer is primarily a boy name. Marcellus is primarily a boy name.