Marler

Occupational

Meaning

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 & Frequency

Estimated 1,000 bearers in the United States #3,656 most common surname
Rare Common

Found in England and English-speaking countries, with concentrations in areas with marl deposits.

Marler Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the Marler Surname