Marcellino
mar-cheh-LEE-no
Marcellino is a boy’s name of Italian origin, meaning “A diminutive of Marcello, derived from the Roman family name Marcellus, which is a diminutive of Marcus, meaning 'warlike' or 'dedicated to Mars'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2015.
What Marcellino Means
“A diminutive of Marcello, derived from the Roman family name Marcellus, which is a diminutive of Marcus, meaning 'warlike' or 'dedicated to Mars'.”
The Story of Marcellino
Could this charming name, echoing ancient Rome, be the one your son has been waiting to hear?
Marcellino is a delightful diminutive of Marcello, itself stemming from the Roman family name Marcellus. The root is Marcus, meaning 'little warrior' or 'dedicated to Mars.' This Italianate form first entered usage records in 1917.
When you imagine your son answering to Marcellino, you picture a personality that is both warm and resolute. It's a name for a boy who can be artistic and gentle, yet possesses a robust spirit ready to face life's adventures.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Marcellino d'Ambrosio
Fictional young saint who died of starvation.
Personality Traits
Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#11 in 2015
Total Births
299
First Recorded
1917
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