Of Mars; warlike
A variant of Mark or Marcellus, derived from the Roman god Mars. It is often associated with strength and the qualities of a warrior. While rare in the United States, it has historical roots in Germanic and Latin naming traditions.
Less common today
Markel isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #832 in 1995.
NBA basketball player and former first overall draft pick
Professional basketball player
American gospel singer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
