How Many People Are Named Marcello?

Complete statistics for the name Marcello: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Marcello
Very Rare
Italian

Marcello has a classic Italian feel but is very rare, with only 6,352 births in the US ever. That's just 1 in 56,558 Americans, and most are young, under 30.

~2,373
Living in US
1 in 139,675
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

🌐
Origin
Italian
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Charismatic Determined
7
Life Path Number

The number 7 is often associated with spiritual awakening and enlightenment. It's a number of balance and harmony.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

5,835
Worldwide Bearers
#6,744
Global Rank
🇫🇷 France
431
🇿🇦 South Africa
429
🇮🇩 Indonesia
357
🇧🇪 Belgium
355
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
352
🇪🇸 Spain
333
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
233
🇵🇹 Portugal
203
🇺🇾 Uruguay
187
🇦🇺 Australia
181

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
5,826 (100%)
♀ Female
9 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 29
4,044
Would be under 30 (64%)
1,728
Would be 30–60 (27%)
580
Would be over 60 (9%)

All 6,352 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
96
Classic Feel
23
Modern Appeal
97
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Marcello Through the Generations

Marcello's story is one of rarity and youth. With only 6,352 births in the US, it's a name that stands out. Yet, there are currently 5,835 people named Marcello living in the US today, showing a small but steady growth. The peak year was 2024, with 224 births, indicating a surge in popularity. Most people named Marcello are under 30, making up 64% of the total, which is quite telling given the name's overall rarity. This age distribution suggests a modern, newer-generation name that has found a place among younger generations despite its classical roots.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 1,042
New York 790
Texas 431
Florida 373
Illinois 248
New Jersey 248
Michigan 180
Pennsylvania 113
Connecticut 84
Ohio 70

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Marcello's Italian roots

📄 About the Name Marcello

How Many People Have the Name Marcello?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,373 people in the United States currently share the name Marcello. That works out to roughly 1 in every 139,675 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Marcello a Common or Rare Name?

Marcello is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Marcello in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Marcello Most Popular?

The name Marcello reached peak popularity in 2024, with 224 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Marcello?

Approximately 2,373 people named Marcello live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,373. That works out to roughly 1 in 139,675 Americans.

Is Marcello a rare name?

Marcello is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 139,675 Americans has this name.

What does the name Marcello mean?

The meaning and origin of Marcello are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.

Is Marcello more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Marcello are male and 0% are female.

When was Marcello most popular?

Marcello peaked in 2024 with 224 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US2,373
All-Time Births2,373
1 in X1 in 139,675
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age29
Peak Year2024
World Rank#6,744
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.