Marcelle

Marcelle is a feminine given name of French origin. It is the feminine form of Marcel and derives from the Latin Marcellus, which is commonly interpreted as meaning “little warrior” or “young warrior,” with associations to martial virtue. The name has historically been used in France and other Francophone areas, and it has found usage in Anglophone countries through French influence.

Variants and related forms include Marceline, Marcelline, and Marcella, with slight differences in spelling across cultures. In French, Marcelle is pronounced with emphasis on the second syllable, roughly mar-SELL.

The name Marcelle has been most prevalent in the 19th and 20th centuries in France and Quebec, and while it is less common for newborns today, it remains in use among families who favor classic or vintage names.

Notable bearers: Marcelle Ferron, a Canadian painter and a member of the Quebec Automatistes, is among the best-known individuals with this name. Other historical or contemporary figures with the name exist, reflecting its presence in Francophone cultures.