MARKER
Marker
Marker is a surname of British origin that is thought to have occupational roots. The etymology of the surname derives from the Old English word "mearc," which means 'boundary' or 'marker,' suggesting the possibility of someone who worked as a boundary keeper or surveyor.
Individuals bearing the surname Marker can be found throughout England, with records indicating concentrations in various regions such as Essex, Kent, and Sussex. The earliest documented instances of the surname date back to the 16th century.
The Marker surname may have undergone variations over time, such as "Markere" or "Marcar," reflecting historical changes in spelling practices. Notable individuals with the surname Marker have contributed to various fields, including literature, journalism, and the arts.
Research into the genealogy and history of the Marker surname continues to provide insight into the diverse paths followed by families bearing this distinctive British surname.
There are approximately 252 people named Marker in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Marker.
Surname type: Occupational name
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
- Clifford
- David
- Ian
- John
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Philip
- Phillip
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Angela
- Catherine
- Christina
- Claire
- Diane
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Freny
- Gladys
- Helen
- Julie
- Nicola
- Petronela
- Tara
- Valerie
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.