MARCOU

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Marcou

Marcou is a surname of European origin, most notably found in the Channel Islands of Guernsey and Jersey. The surname is believed to have French roots, possibly deriving from the Old French personal name "Marculf" which is composed of the elements "mark", meaning 'hammer', and "ulf", meaning 'wolf'.

The Marcou surname first appeared in the Channel Islands in medieval times when the islands were under Norman rule. It is likely that the name spread to other parts of the British Isles, particularly to England, through migration and conquest.

Individuals bearing the surname Marcou have been involved in various fields such as commerce, academia, and the arts. The surname has retained its distinctiveness and is relatively rare, with most occurrences still concentrated in the Channel Islands.

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In modern times, the Marcou surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to its historical ancestry and the cultural heritage of the Channel Islands.

There are approximately 224 people named Marcou in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Marcou.

Origin: Hellenic

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Greece

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Greek

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Alexander
Andreas
Anthony
Christopher
George
Georgios
Manuel
Marcos
Mark
Michael
Nicholas

Female

Aliki
Anne
Elena
Evdokia
Georgia
Helen
Katerina
Margarita
Maria
Patricia
Sarah
Simone
Victoria

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