Of Mars or Warlike; Star of the Sea
Maricela is a Spanish diminutive form of Marcella, which is the feminine version of Marcellus, meaning 'of Mars'. It is also frequently interpreted as a compound of Maria and Celia, blending the meanings 'star of the sea' and 'heavenly'.
Less common today
Maricela isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #582 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Colombian television actress known for telenovelas
American professional boxer
Mexican politician and former mayor of Tlalpan
