Marcellous is a spelling of Marcellus — a Roman diminutive of Marcus, 'little Marcus; of Mars (the god of war); little warrior'. Borne by Roman generals and saints. A crisp, classic name (said 'mar-SEL-us'; nickname Marcell).

In the U.S. it appears in this spelling thinly. Rare, little-warrior at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Marcellus is a Roman diminutive of Marcus, 'of Mars (the god of war); little warrior' — Marcellous is a spelling, crisp and classic (said 'mar-SEL-us').

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References — Marcellus — Latin etymology

Variations

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Nicknames

Marcell

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What does the name Marcellous mean?

Marcellous spells Marcellus — Latin 'little warrior; of Mars'.

How do you pronounce Marcellous?

It's said mar-SEL-us /mɑrˈsɛl.əs/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Marcellous a boy or girl name?

Marcellous is a boy's name.

How popular is Marcellous?

Marcellous is a rare spelling in the U.S.