Marcelle is a feminine given name of French origin, meaning 'dedicated to Mars'. It is composed of two elements: 'Mars', the Roman god of war, and the suffix '-elle', which is used to create feminine names. The name Marcelle was quite popular in France during the late 19th and early 20th centuries but has since declined in usage. It is not widely known outside of Francophone countries. In literature, there is a notable character named Marcelle in Marcel Proust's "In Search of Lost Time" series.
The name Marcelle experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable peak in the late 70s to early 80s when it consistently reached double digits annually. However, since then, its usage has declined significantly, with fewer than 10 births per year recorded from the mid-90s onwards.