What is the origin of the name Marsella?

Marsella is a name of Italian origin.

How popular is the name Marsella?

Marsella is currently ranked #12934 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Marsella?

Marsella is pronounced mar-SEL-lah.

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Marsella

mar-SEL-lah

Popularity

#12934

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Italian

Total Births

166

Peak Year

#8 in 1990

First Recorded

1905

Style

Strong & Bold, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Marsella is an Italian feminine form of Marcellus, derived from the Roman god Mars, the god of war. It carries connotations of strength and protection.

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Mar Sella Ella

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Numerology

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Nicknames

Mar Sella Ella

Spelling Variations

Marcella Marchella

Similar Names

Marcella Marcela Marcelline

Personality Traits

strongprotectorspiritedelegant

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