MARQUES

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Marques

The surname Marques is of Iberian origin, specifically deriving from regions of Portugal and Spain. It is a variant of the name Marquez, which itself is derived from the Spanish and Portuguese word “marqués”, meaning “marquis” in English. The title of marquis was used in European nobility to denote a nobleman ranking above a count and below a duke. Therefore, the surname Marques may have originally been a signifier of noble heritage.

In the context of British history and genealogy, the surname Marques can be found among families with connections to Portuguese or Spanish ancestry. It is not a commonly encountered surname in British records, but its presence may be traced back to historical migrations and intermarriages between British and Iberian families.

Individuals bearing the surname Marques have made notable contributions to various fields, including but not limited to literature, academia, the arts, and public service. As with many surnames, the significance and reputation of the name Marques are often tied to the specific achievements and reputations of the individuals who bear it.

There are approximately 990 people named Marques in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,428th most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Marques.

Origin: Iberian

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Spain

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Spanish

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Antonio
Carlos
Joao
Jose
Luis
Mario
Nuno
Paulo
Pedro
Ricardo
Richard
Rui

Female

Ana
Carla
Isabel
Liliana
Margarida
Maria
Paula
Rosa
Rui
Sandra
Sofia
Susana
Tania

Similar and related surnames

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