Marshall
Marshall is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Love of horses; horse servant or high-ranking officer.
Origin and history
Marshall originated as an occupational surname for a horse servant or high officer of state, derived from Germanic elements meaning horse and servant. It transitioned into a given name in the English-speaking world and maintains steady usage in the U.S. Today, it offers a classic yet occupational vibe with vintage charm.
Popularity in the United States
97,447 babies in the United States have been named Marshall since 1880. It ranks #320 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #371.
States where it is most popular
- TX (8.9 %)
- CA (6.2 %)
- NC (5.6 %)
- IL (4.9 %)
- NY (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 804 |
| 1890-1900 | 916 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,135 |
| 1910-1920 | 5,585 |
| 1920-1930 | 8,040 |
| 1930-1940 | 7,174 |
| 1940-1950 | 10,241 |
| 1950-1960 | 10,688 |
| 1960-1970 | 7,781 |
| 1970-1980 | 6,771 |
| 1980-1990 | 7,968 |
| 1990-2000 | 8,269 |
| 2000-2010 | 7,390 |
| 2010-2019 | 9,502 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,183 |
Famous people named Marshall
- Marshall Mathers: Rapper, Songwriter
- Marshall Faulk: Athlete, Football Player
- Marshall Bell: Actor
Nicknames
Marsh
Fun facts
- The name originally stems from Old High German words 'marah' (horse) and 'scalh' (servant), which evolved into a prestigious military rank.
- Thurgood Marshall was the first African American Supreme Court Justice, giving the name strong historic prestige.