Marcelo
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Marcelo is a boy name of Spanish origin meaning "Young warrior, or consecrated to Mars".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Spanish
Religion
Christian
Popularity
4 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
7 letters
Meaning
Young warrior, or consecrated to Mars
Etymology
Derived from Latin 'Mars', the god of war, through Old Spanish 'Marzal' or 'Marcelo', from Latin 'Marcellus', meaning young warrior.
Famous People Named Marcelo
- Marcelo Vieira — Brazilian association football player
- Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa — Portuguese politician and academic, former President of Portugal
- Marcelo Brozović — Croatian association football player
Frequently Asked Questions About Marcelo
What does the name Marcelo mean?
Marcelo means "Young warrior, or consecrated to Mars", and is of Spanish origin.
What is the origin of the name Marcelo?
Marcelo originates from Spanish, commonly used in Latin America, Europe.
Is Marcelo a boy or girl name?
Marcelo is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Marcelo associated with?
Marcelo is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Marcelo?
Yes — notable people named Marcelo include Marcelo Vieira (Brazilian association football player), Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa (Portuguese politician and academic) and Marcelo Brozović (Croatian association football player).
Last updated: June 2026