Marshall Bork

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Marshall Bork — Germanic
74K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Marshall Bork is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Marshall is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Marshall is an occupational surname stemming from the Middle English mareshal. This originally denoted a groom or farrier, but later came to be a title for various types of official. It derives from a Germanic compound meaning "horse servant" (cf. mare and shalk). The surname Bork: Detlev Bork (born 1967), German classical and flamenco guitarist Erik Bork, American screenwriter and producer Frank Bork (born 1940), American baseball pitcher George Bork (born 1942), American football player Kennard Baker Bork (born 1940), American geologist Max Bork (1899–1973), Generalleutnant in the Wehrmacht during World War II Peer Bork (1963–2026), German bioinformatician Robert Bork (1927–2012), American legal scholar and rejected Supreme Court nominee Marshall is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 74K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Marshall reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Marshall

Germanic

Marshall is an occupational surname stemming from the Middle English mareshal. This originally denoted a groom or farrier, but later came to be a title for various types of official. It derives from a Germanic compound meaning "horse servant" (cf. mare and shalk).

Surname: Bork

English

Detlev Bork (born 1967), German classical and flamenco guitarist Erik Bork, American screenwriter and producer Frank Bork (born 1940), American baseball pitcher George Bork (born 1942), American football player Kennard Baker Bork (born 1940), American geologist Max Bork (1899–1973), Generalleutnant in the Wehrmacht during World War II Peer Bork (1963–2026), German bioinformatician Robert Bork (1927–2012), American legal scholar and rejected Supreme Court nominee

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Marshall is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Marshall by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Marshall Bork:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Marshall?
The first name Marshall originates from Germanic. Marshall is an occupational surname stemming from the Middle English mareshal. This originally denoted a groom or farrier, but later came to be a title for various types of official. It derives from a Germanic compound meaning "horse servant" (cf. mare and shalk).
When was Marshall most popular?
The name Marshall reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bork?
The surname Bork originates from English. Detlev Bork (born 1967), German classical and flamenco guitarist Erik Bork, American screenwriter and producer Frank Bork (born 1940), American baseball pitcher George Bork (born 1942), American football player Kennard Baker Bork (born 1940), American geologist Max Bork (1899–1973), Generalleutnant in the Wehrmacht during World War II Peer Bork (1963–2026), German bioinformatician Robert Bork (1927–2012), American legal scholar and rejected Supreme Court nominee
What are the origins of the name Marshall Bork?
The name Marshall Bork combines two different traditions: the first name Marshall has Germanic roots, while the surname Bork originates from English.
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