Marcela

Meaning warlike
Origin Latin, Roman
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 7
Syllables 3
Syllabification Mar-ce-la

About Marcela

Sophisticated and international, this name brings European flair to English-speaking contexts while maintaining perfect accessibility and pronunciation clarity. The three-syllable rhythm creates musical flow, with the stress pattern lending both elegance and strength to its character. Latin roots provide cultural depth and connection to Hispanic and Italian heritage, making it meaningful for families honoring these backgrounds. The name strikes an excellent balance between feminine grace and substantial presence, avoiding excessive sweetness while remaining unmistakably elegant. Its relative rarity in many regions ensures distinctiveness without venturing into territory so unusual that it burdens its bearer. The hard consonant ending gives it a satisfying sense of completion and strength, distinguishing it from softer-ending alternatives. Professional contexts welcome this name warmly, as it conveys competence and sophistication without pretension or difficulty. Parents seeking alternatives to more common international names find this option delivers similar multicultural appeal with greater individuality. The name's classical foundation ensures it won't feel trendy or dated as years pass, offering timeless appeal. Potential nicknames exist though many bearers prefer the full version's complete beauty, and this flexibility allows your daughter to choose her preference as she grows.

Variations of Name Marcela

Marcella
Marcelina
Marcelline
Marceline

Nicknames for Marcela

Marcy
Cela
Mar
Ela
Marcela

Famous People Named Marcela

Marcela AgoncilloFilipina revolutionary and designer of the Philippine flag
Marcela Lombardo OteroMexican feminist and advocate for women's rights
Marcela AcuñaArgentine professional boxer and world champion
Marcela BovioMexican singer-songwriter and violinist
Marcela PinochetChilean filmmaker and screenwriter
Marcela ValladolidMexican-American chef and cookbook author
Marcela TauroArgentine journalist and television presenter
Marcela SerranoChilean novelist and author
Marcela MoreloArgentine singer-songwriter
Marcela FeudaleArgentine radio personality and comedian

Characters Named Marcela

Marcela SolisA character from the TV series "El Señor de los Cielos"
Marcela SamonteA character from the Filipino TV series "FPJ's Ang Probinsyano"
Marcela de la MarA character from the novel "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Marcela TempletonA character from the TV series "CSI - Miami"
Marcela MoralesA character from the TV series "Pablo Escobar - The Drug Lord"
Marcela ValenciaA character from the TV series "La Casa de las Flores"
Marcela DuarteA character from the Brazilian TV series "Viver a Vida"