Marcellus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Marcellus Name at a Glance

Name	Marcellus
Meaning	Hammer. Also a diminutive of Marcus: Mars (Roman god of war). A family name in ancient Rome.
Origin	Latin
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Marcellus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Marcellus means “Hammer. Also a diminutive of Marcus: Mars (Roman god of war). A family name in ancient Rome”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Marcellus Name Origin

Our database records Marcellus under Latin origin. Browse more Latin baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Marcellus a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Marcellus is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Marcellus

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