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Marciela

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Pronounced mar-see-EH-lah /ˌmɑːr.siˈɛ.lə/Medium

Meaning: A form blending Marcela (from Marcus, 'of Mars; warlike') and Graciela ('grace'). By those routes it carries strength and grace; routes layered.Low

In 30 seconds: A graceful Spanish name: Marciela echoes Marcela and Graciela (said 'mar-see-EH-lah'). Routes are layered, which we note.
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Origin LowSpanish, Latin
MeaningA form blending Marcela (from Marcus, 'of Mars; warlike') and Graciela ('grace'). By those routes it carries strength and grace; routes layered.
U.S. rank (1992)#14626 ↘ Falling
1992 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1979
Total births (all-time)≈ 21

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 197919791992

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Marciela is a Spanish form near Marcela and Graciela, touching 'of Mars' and 'grace.' The route is layered, which we note — rare in the U.S. (said 'mar-see-EH-lah').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare, graceful, and warm.

Did you know? Marciela reads as a form of Marcela ('of Mars') and Graciela ('grace') — so it braids strength and grace; the route is layered, which we note (said 'mar-see-EH-lah').
Overall data confidence 38%
References — Marciela — Marcela/Graciela form; layered route

Variations

MarcelaGracielaMarciella

Nicknames

MarciEla

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Marciela mean?

Marciela is a form of Marcela ('of Mars') and Graciela ('grace'). The route is layered, which we note.

How do you pronounce Marciela?

It's said mar-see-EH-lah /ˌmɑːr.siˈɛ.lə/ — four syllables, stress on the third.

Is Marciela a boy or girl name?

Marciela is a girl's name.

How popular is Marciela?

Marciela is a rare name in the U.S.

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