TheNameDBMarler
OccupationalMeaning
An occupational surname for someone who worked with marl, a type of sedimentary rock used in agriculture.
Etymology
Derived from Middle English 'marl,' a sedimentary deposit of clay and lime used as fertilizer, combined with the agent suffix -er. The word marl comes from Old French marle.
About the Marler Surname
An occupational surname indicating someone who extracted or worked with marl. This surname reflects the importance of agricultural practices in medieval England.
Distribution
Found in England and English-speaking countries, with concentrations in areas with marl deposits.
Notable Bearers
Unknown