MARTON

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

Marton

Marton is a surname of British origin, derived from various place names in England. The name "Marton" can be found in several locations throughout the country, including Marton in Cheshire, Lancashire, Lincolnshire, Warwickshire, and Yorkshire.

The name is believed to have Old English roots, with "mart" meaning boundary or border, and "tun" meaning settlement or village. This suggests that the name may have originally been used to describe someone who lived near a village or settlement border.

Over the centuries, the surname Marton has been passed down through generations, with variations in spelling such as Merton or Morton appearing in historical records. It has been borne by notable individuals in British history, contributing to the surname's enduring presence in the country.

Today, individuals bearing the surname Marton can be found across the United Kingdom and beyond, reflecting the diasporic nature of British surnames. The name continues to be part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, demonstrating the country's diverse linguistic and historical heritage.

There are approximately 249 people named Marton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Marton.

Region of origin: Europe

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Christopher
David
Gabor
James
John
Joseph
Jozsef
Peter
Richard
Robert
Zoltan

Female

Andrea
Anita
Bianca
Caroline
Christine
Donna
Erika
Gabriella
Helen
Hilary
Margaret
Natasha
Tamsin
Tunde

Similar and related surnames

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