Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Marcella
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1922
Peak births
1,537
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19222025
Quick answers about Marcella
How many people are named Marcella?
An estimated 29,804 living Americans are named Marcella.
How rare is Marcella?
Marcella is uncommon among babies today, with 272 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 82.3% from its 1922 peak.
How old is the typical Marcella?
The median age of a living American named Marcella is approximately 59 years, with most bearers falling between 36 and 73 years old.
Is Marcella still popular?
Yes. Marcella is holding steady, with 272 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1922
Decline from peak
82.3%
2025
272
All-time
65,614