Marcelo Bryce Echenique
Peruvian writer
1939 — 2026
Quick Facts
Profession
Peruvian writer
Born
February 19, 1939
Died
2026 (age ~87)
Name Origin
Portuguese
Timeline
lawyer, poet lawyer, novelist
PeruBorn in LimaDied in Lima
1939
Born in Lima (1939-02-19)
1998
AwardNational Novel Prize
2002
AwardPremio Planeta de Novela
2012
AwardFIL Award
2026
Died in Lima
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Marcelo Bryce Echenique?+
Marcelo Bryce Echenique is Peruvian writer. Born in 1939.
What does the name Marcelo mean?+
The name Marcelo means "A barangay of Calatrava, Negros Occidental, Philippines.". It is of Portuguese origin.
When was Marcelo Bryce Echenique born?+
Marcelo Bryce Echenique was born on February 19, 1939.
When did Marcelo Bryce Echenique die?+
Marcelo Bryce Echenique died in 2026, at approximately 87 years of age.
Name Meaning
A barangay of Calatrava, Negros Occidental, Philippines.
The name Marcelo is of Portuguese origin, meaning "A barangay of Calatrava, Negros Occidental, Philippines.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Marcelo — February 19, 1939
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Pisces
Intuitive, compassionate, artistic
Water · Neptune · Feb 19 – Mar 20
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Chuen
Monkey — play, magic, artistry
Celtic Tree
Ash
Intuitive, artistic, imaginative
Ogham: Nion · Feb 18 – Mar 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
Would you name your baby Marcelo?
Guestbook
Finished your book at 4am. Stared at the ceiling for an hour. Thank you.
— insomniac reader
We share a planet and a moment in time. That's enough.
— someone far away
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