MARQUIS
Marquis
Marquis is a British surname of French origin. It is derived from the Old French word 'marc', which means ‘a mark’. The surname Marquis is believed to have been introduced to England during the Norman Conquest of 1066.
Origins and History
The Marquis family has a long history in the United Kingdom, with records showing various branches residing in different regions of the country. The surname has been found in historical documents, such as parish registers, census records, and wills, dating back centuries.
Notable Individuals
- John Marquis (b. 1992): A professional footballer who has played for various English clubs including Doncaster Rovers and Portsmouth.
- Molly Marquis (1919-1999): An acclaimed British author known for her historical novels set in the Elizabethan era.
- Sir Henry Marquis (1805-1885): A prominent British statesman who served as a Member of Parliament during the Victorian era.
Variants and Related Surnames
Variants of the Marquis surname include Marquez, Marquess, Marquise, and Marquand. These variations may have developed over time due to phonetic changes and regional influences.
References
- Hanks, P., et al. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames. London: Routledge.
The surname Marquis continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the family's heritage and connections to its Norman-French roots.
There are approximately 993 people named Marquis in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,417th most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Marquis.
Surname type: Status 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
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Michael
- Peter
- Raymond
- Simon
Female
- Amanda
- Delia
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jennifer
- Kathleen
- Laura
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Sonia
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.