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.
About 39 boys were named Markel in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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