Marshall
Marshall originates from an Old French occupational surname meaning 'horse keeper' or 'steward,' derived from the Germanic elements 'marah' (horse) and 'scale' (servant). It evolved from a prestigious medieval title denoting a high-ranking officer who managed horses and later military affairs.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 1,045. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 894
- 2012: 888
- 2013: 995
- 2014: 1,087
- 2015: 1,102
- 2016: 1,011
- 2017: 938
- 2018: 944
- 2019: 873
- 2020: 851
- 2021: 860
- 2022: 840
- 2023: 821
- 2024: 834
- 2025: 977
- 2026 (projected): 1,045
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most English-speaking countries
- •Projects a professional, authoritative image while remaining approachable
- •Strong surname-to-first-name transition gives it timeless appeal
- •Works well in both casual and formal settings throughout life
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Statistics
97,447
Total births since 1880
1947
Peak year
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