The nameMarcelin
Marcelin is a French boy's name of Latin origin, derived from Marcel. It was mostly given in France in the early 20th century.
- Boy's name
- Latin
Meaning
Marcelin comes from the Latin Marcellinus, derived from Marcellus, linked to Mars, god of war.
Origin
Latin. It is also spelled Marcellin.
History
Marcelin was mostly given at the very start of the 20th century and has been coming back quietly since the 2010s.
Famous people named Marcelin
- Marcelin Berthelot, French chemist
Popularity of the name Marcelin
Marcelin in France
Marcelin was most popular in France in the 1900s, with 1,120 births over the decade, 28% of all recorded babies named Marcelin. Half of all babies named Marcelin in France were born before 1922, so it is mostly a great-grandparents' generation name. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 30 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Marcelin mean?
Marcelin comes from the Latin Marcellinus, derived from Marcellus, linked to Mars, god of war.
What is the origin of the name Marcelin?
Latin. It is also spelled Marcellin.
Is Marcelin a girl's or a boy's name?
Marcelin is a boy's name.
Who are famous people named Marcelin?
Marcelin Berthelot, French chemist.