Marcella

Italian given name, feminine form of Marcello, ultimately derived from Marcellus. Marcellus originates in Latin language. As a Roman family name it is originally a diminutive of Marcus, derived from Mars, the Roman god of war.

Origin/Usage

Italian, Latin

Pronunciation

mahr-SEH-lə, mahr-CHEH-lə

Meaning

Young warrior, rendered to Mars

Similar names

Marcela Marcele Marcelia Marcelina Marceline Marcelle Marcellina Marcilla Marsella Marselle Zella Maricela