Marke

Marke is a surname of British origin, derived from the Old English word mearc, meaning "boundary" or "mark". The surname likely originated as a name for someone who lived near a physical or geographic boundary, or possibly as an occupational surname for someone who worked as a border guard.

The Marke surname is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most occurrences found in England, particularly in the regions of Yorkshire and Lancashire. The name may have Norman-French origins, as evidenced by early records of the surname in medieval Norman documents.

Variants of the Marke surname include Mark, Marks, Markes, and Markez. Over time, the name has likely undergone variations in spelling due to regional accents, dialects, and record-keeping practices.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Marke include historical figures, academics, professionals, and artists. The Marke name has been passed down through generations, maintaining its unique identity and historical significance within British genealogy.

Research into the origins and distribution of the Marke surname continues to shed light on its history and the families that have borne this distinctive British name over the centuries.

There are approximately 313 people named Marke in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Marke.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Douglas
  • Ian
  • John
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Robert
  • Victor

Female

  • Abigail
  • Deborah
  • Denise
  • Dorothy
  • Heidi
  • Helen
  • Joanne
  • Julia
  • Juliet
  • Katherine
  • Maureen
  • Pauline
  • Rachel

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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