| Pronunciation | /mɑːrʃəl/ |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Language(s) | English |
| Word/name | mare ("horse") + skalkoz ("servant") |
| Meaning | horse servant, lover of horses |
| Region of origin | Anglophone |
| Variant form(s) | Marshal |
| Related names | Philip |
Marshall is an occupation name whose origin is from the Frankish mare ("horse") + skalkoz ("servant"). It is most commonly found as a surname, but may also be used as a given name. It is also an old Scottish surname meaning 'Love of Horses'.