"She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms."
Christian Name · Latin Origin
Marcella Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Marcella
girl
Marcella means "Warlike; Dedicated to Mars; Strong", a girl's name of Latin origin. The name Marcella does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Marcella girds herself with strength — arms reinforced, honour worn, the warlike woman who rejoices in time to come because she is clothed in God's power.
Is Marcella in the Bible?
No — the name Marcella does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Warlike; Dedicated to Mars; Strong", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Marcella.
Pronunciation:/mar-SELL-ah/
OriginLatin
MeaningWarlike; Dedicated to Mars; Strong
What does Marcella mean?
Marcella is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Warlike; Dedicated to Mars; Strong". Marcella is strong and warlike — and the virtuous woman girds her loins with strength. 'She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms.' Marcella is the woman of valor who faces every challenge with divine power.
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What does Marcella mean in the Bible?
Marcella means "Warlike; Dedicated to Mars; Strong" and is a name of Latin origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Marcella is strong and warlike — and the virtuous woman girds her loins with strength. 'She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms.' Marcella is the woman of valor who faces every challenge with divine power.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Marcella?
Marcella is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Warlike; Dedicated to Mars; Strong" — not because Scripture names anyone Marcella.
"Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come."
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What are the variants and nicknames of Marcella?
Marcella has 2 recorded variants, short forms, and translations across languages and biblical traditions.
Which books of the Bible mention Marcella?
Marcella is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Marcella?
Marcella girds herself with strength — arms reinforced, honour worn, the warlike woman who rejoices in time to come because she is clothed in God's power.
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Marcella name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Marcella
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Marcella?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Marcella?
You can read every verse where Marcella appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.