NAME PROFILE
Marshall
Marshall is derived from the Old French word 'marescal,' meaning 'horse servant' or 'stable keeper.' It carries connotations of strength, reliability, and service, often associated with leadership and authority.
Key Stats
| Total births | 98,604 |
| Gender | Male (92% / 8%) |
| Peak year | 1947 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English, French |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage⚓ Timeless & Steady✨ Double Letter
Top States
VA — 20%NC — 20%GA — 20%TX — 20%TN — 20%
Notable People
Marshall McLuhan (Media theorist, known for 'the medium is the message') · Marshall Applewhite (Religious leader, founder of Heaven's Gate) · Marshall Faulk (Former NFL player, Hall of Famer) · Marshall Holman (Professional bowler, known for his achievements in PBA) · Marshall Karp (Author, known for the 'Lamb' series)
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