Marshall (name)
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Marshall is an occupation name whose etymology is from the Frank
ish mare ("horse") + skalkoz ("servant"). It may be used as a surname or a given name. Nicknames can be Marsh, Marshie, Marshey, or Marshy. A very similar surname originating from China is Sima
, literally meaning "control" (sī) "horses" (mǎ).
Franks
The Franks were a confederation of Germanic tribes first attested in the third century AD as living north and east of the Lower Rhine River. From the third to fifth centuries some Franks raided Roman territory while other Franks joined the Roman troops in Gaul. Only the Salian Franks formed a...
ish mare ("horse") + skalkoz ("servant"). It may be used as a surname or a given name. Nicknames can be Marsh, Marshie, Marshey, or Marshy. A very similar surname originating from China is Sima
Sima (surname)
Sima is a Chinese family name. Unlike most single-character Chinese family names, it is one of the rare two-character family names. It is an occupation name, literally meaning "control" "horses" . The surname originated from one of the offices of the Three Excellencies of the Zhou Dynasty...
, literally meaning "control" (sī) "horses" (mǎ).
Men surnamed Marshall
- Alan Marshall (disambiguation)Alan Marshall (disambiguation)Alan Marshall may refer to:*Alan Marshall , India-born English cricketer*Alan Marshall , Australian writer*Alan Marshall, pen name used by American author Donald E. Westlake...
, several people - Alan John (Jock) MarshallAlan John (Jock) MarshallAlan John Marshall was an Australian writer, academic and ornithologist.Marshall was born in Redfern, New South Wales. Despite having lost an arm in a shooting accident at the age of sixteen, he was active in several natural history expeditions, and had a distinguished service record during...
(1911–1967), an Australian author, academic and ornithologist - Alfred MarshallAlfred MarshallAlfred Marshall was an Englishman and one of the most influential economists of his time. His book, Principles of Economics , was the dominant economic textbook in England for many years...
(1842–1924), an influential English economist - Barry MarshallBarry MarshallBarry James Marshall, AC, FRS, FAA is an Australian physician, Nobel Prize laureate in Physiology or Medicine, and Professor of Clinical Microbiology at the University of Western Australia. Marshall is well-known for proving that the bacterium Helicobacter pylori Barry James Marshall, AC, FRS, FAA...
(born 1951), an Australian physician and Nobel Prize winner famous for his research into stomach ulcers - Benji MarshallBenji MarshallBenji Marshall is a professional rugby league footballer with the Wests Tigers of the National Rugby League . A goal-kicking five-eighth, he is the current captain of the New Zealand national team, with whom he won the 2008 World Cup and 2010 Four Nations tournaments...
(born 1985), a New Zealand rugby league player - Brandon MarshallBrandon Marshall-2006:Before the regular season even began, Marshall suffered a slight tear to his PCL in a pre-season game against the Detroit Lions. Although the injury sidelined him for a couple of weeks, he was able to return and play 15 games during the regular season. Marshall had a total of 20 catches, 309...
(born 1984), a NFL wide receiver for the Miami DolphinsMiami DolphinsThe Miami Dolphins are a Professional football team based in the Miami metropolitan area in Florida. The team is part of the Eastern Division of the American Football Conference in the National Football League... - Bruce Anders Marshall (born 1948),a New Zealand malacologist
- Danny MarshallDanny MarshallDaniel W. "Danny" Marshall III is an United States Republican Party politician and race car driver. Since 2002 he has been a member of the Virginia House of Delegates. He represents the 14th district, made up of the city of Danville and parts of Henry and Pittsylvania Counties.-References:*...
(born 1952), an American politician and motor sports driver/team operator - David Marshall (disambiguation), several people
- Donny MarshallDonny MarshallDonny E. Marshall is a retired American professional basketball player who was selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers the 2nd round of the 1995 National Basketball Association Draft.-Career:...
(born 1972), a NBA basketball player - Donyell MarshallDonyell MarshallDonyell Lamar Marshall is a retired American professional basketball player, at the small forward and power forward positions. During his extensive NBA career, he played with eight different teams...
(born 1973), a NBA basketball player - E. Pierce MarshallE. Pierce MarshallEverett Pierce Marshall was an American businessman and a son of J. Howard Marshall II.According to a Dallas Morning News article, he was a very private man, but became known due to defending the long-running legal dispute from his father's third wife, Anna Nicole Smith.Marshall attended...
(1939–2006), an American businessman and son of J. Howard Marshall - Frank Marshall (disambiguation)Frank Marshall (disambiguation)Frank Marshall may refer to:* Frank Marshall , American film producer and director* Frank Marshall , American chess grandmaster....
, several people - Garry MarshallGarry MarshallGarry Kent Marshall is an American actor, director, writer and producer. His notable credits include creating Happy Days and The Odd Couple and directing Nothing In Common, Pretty Woman, Runaway Bride, Valentine's Day, and The Princess Diaries.-Early life:Marshall was born in the New York City...
(born 1934), an American actor/director/writer/producer - Gavin MarshallGavin MarshallGavin Mark Marshall , Australian politician, has been an Australian Labor Party member of the Australian Senate since July 2002, representing the state of Victoria....
(born 1960), an Australian politician - George Marshall (disambiguation)George Marshall (disambiguation)George Marshall was an American General and Secretary of State.George Marshall may also refer to:*George Marshall , British runner*George Marshall , American conservationist and political activist...
, several people- George C. Marshall, an American general and secretary of state and Nobel Laureate, known for the Marshall PlanMarshall PlanThe Marshall Plan was the large-scale American program to aid Europe where the United States gave monetary support to help rebuild European economies after the end of World War II in order to combat the spread of Soviet communism. The plan was in operation for four years beginning in April 1948...
- George C. Marshall, an American general and secretary of state and Nobel Laureate, known for the Marshall Plan
- Grant MarshallGrant MarshallGrant Marshall is a retired Canadian ice hockey right winger who currently works on behalf of the Devils Alumni Association. He played for the Dallas Stars, Columbus Blue Jackets and New Jersey Devils of the NHL...
(born 1973), a Canadian ice hockey player - Grant Marshall, better known as Daddy GDaddy GDaddy G, , is a British musician and a founding member of the band, Massive Attack.-Music:...
(born 1959), member of the band Massive AttackMassive AttackMassive Attack are an English DJ and trip hop duo from Bristol, England consisting of Robert "3D" Del Naja and Grant "Daddy G" Marshall. Working with co-producers, as well as various session musicians and guest vocalists, they make records and tour live. The duo are considered to be of the trip... - Gregg MarshallGregg MarshallGregg Marshall is the current head basketball coach at Wichita State University.-Education:Gregg Marshall graduated from Randolph-Macon College with a B.A. degree in Economics/Business in 1985...
, the head coach of Winthrop University's men's basketball team - Guy Anstruther Knox MarshallGuy Anstruther Knox MarshallSir Guy Anstruther Knox Marshall , was an Indian-born British entomologist and authority on Curculionidae....
(1871–1959), an Indian-born British entomologist - Howard Marshall (disambiguation), several people
- Humphrey Marshall (disambiguation), several people
- Humphry MarshallHumphry MarshallHumphry Marshall was an American botanist and plant dealer.-Biography:Humphry Marshall was born in the village of Marshallton, Pennsylvania on October 10, 1722. He was the cousin of botanist John Bartram and William Bartram...
(1722–1801), American botanist - Hunter Marshall IIIHunter Marshall IIIHunter Marshall III was a United States Navy officer killed in action during World War II who received the Silver Star posthumously for his actions.-Biography:...
(1917–1942), a United States Navy officer and Silver Star recipient - Ian MarshallIan MarshallIan Paul Marshall is a former professional footballer.-Career:Marshall made his name playing as a defender and striker for Oldham Athletic but started his career as an apprentice with hometown club Everton...
(born 1966), an English footballer - Ian Marshall (soccer coach)Ian Marshall (soccer coach)Ian Marshall is a football coach who managed the New Zealand national team. Marshall secured the job in June 1989 and took charge of his first official international in January 1990...
(born 1943), a New Zealand national football team coach - James Marshall (disambiguation), several people (see also Jim Marshall)
- Jack Marshall (disambiguation)Jack Marshall (disambiguation)Jack Marshall may refer to:* Jack Marshall , Twenty-eighth Prime Minister of New Zealand* Jack Marshall , American poet/author* Jack Marshall...
, several people - Jim Marshall (disambiguation), several people (see also James Marshall)
- John Marshall (disambiguation)John Marshall (disambiguation)John Marshall was Chief Justice of the United States.John Marshall may also refer to:Athletes and coaches:*John Marshall , swimmer from Australia...
, several people- John MarshallJohn MarshallJohn Marshall was the Chief Justice of the United States whose court opinions helped lay the basis for American constitutional law and made the Supreme Court of the United States a coequal branch of government along with the legislative and executive branches...
(1755–1835), 4th Chief Justice of the United States
- John Marshall
- Justin MarshallJustin MarshallJustin Warren Marshall, MNZM is a New Zealand rugby union footballer. He was born in Mataura and educated in Gore before settling in Christchurch. Marshall played 81 games for the New Zealand All Blacks between 1995 and 2005...
(born 1973), New Zealand rugby union player - Kris MarshallKris MarshallKristopher "Kris" Marshall is an English actor, best known for his role as Nick Harper in My Family, and as Adam in the adverts for BT Group since 2005.-Career:...
(born 1973), a British actor - Leonard MarshallLeonard MarshallLeonard Allen Marshall Jr. is a former American football defensive lineman who played twelve seasons in the National Football League . Marshall played defensive end for the New York Giants for ten seasons, then played a season each as a defensive tackle for the New York Jets and Washington Redskins...
(born 1961), a former American professional football player - Malcolm MarshallMalcolm MarshallBy 1984 Marshall was seen as one of the finest bowlers in the world, and he demoralised England that summer, especially at Headingley, where he ran through the order in the second innings to finish with 7-53, despite having broken his thumb whilst fielding in the first innings...
(1958–1999), West Indian cricketer - Maurice MarshallMaurice MarshallMaurice Lane Marshall MBE was a New Zealand athlete born in Thames, who specialised in middle distance running....
, a New Zealand athlete - Max MarshallMax MarshallMilo May "Max" Marshall was a professional baseball outfielder. He played three seasons in Major League Baseball, primarily as a right fielder, for the Cincinnati Reds from 1942-44. He was a native of Randolph, Iowa....
(1913–1993), an American baseball player - Robert G. MarshallRobert G. MarshallRobert G. "Bob" Marshall is a Republican member of the Virginia House of Delegates representing the 13th District, currently serving his 7th term. His district includes portions of Prince William and Loudoun counties.In 2008, Marshall was a candidate for the United States Senate seat being...
(born 1944), an American politician from Virginia - Stephen Marshall (disambiguation), several people
- S.L.A. Marshall (1900–1977), aka "Slam" Marshall, an American historian
- Shaun MarshallShaun MarshallShaun Marshall is a professional footballer playing with Eastern Counties League Premier Division side Dereham Town, where he plays as a goalkeeper....
(born 1978), an English football goalkeeper - Thomas Marshall (disambiguation), several people
- Thurgood MarshallThurgood MarshallThurgood Marshall was an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court, serving from October 1967 until October 1991...
(1908–1993), a prominent American attorney and a long-term Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States - Tony Marshall (disambiguation), several people
- Walter Marshall, Baron Marshall of Goring (1932–1996), a British nuclear physicist, chairman of the UK Atomic Energy Authority and of the Central Electricity Generating Board; created Lord Marshall of Goring
- William Leonard MarshallWilliam Leonard MarshallWilliam Marshall is an Australian author, best known for his Hong Kong-based "Yellowthread Street" mystery novels, some of which were used as the basis for a British TV series....
, an Australian author
Women surnamed Marshall
- Dixie MarshallDixie MarshallDixie Marshall was previously a senior news presenter for Nine News Perth.She held the position from 2002 until 2011 despite low ratings, although she has been with the Nine Network since 1984, and previously worked for The Australian Newspaper and Radio 6PR.Dixie was one of the first female sports...
, Australian newsreader - Erin MarshallErin MarshallErin Marshall is an English professional wrestler, better known by her ring name Erin Angel. She is often nicknamed "Little" due to her short stature of only 4 ft 11 in...
(also known by the stage name "Erin Angel"; born 1987), English female professional wrestler - Ethel MarshallEthel MarshallEthel Marshall is a former American badminton player noted for her mobility and shot-making prowess.-Career:She won the US Women's Singles title on all seven occasions that she contested it , defeating seventeen year old Judy Devlin in the last of these...
(born 1924), American badminton player - Hannah MarshallHannah Marshall (fashion designer)Hannah Marshall is a British-born fashion designer, who has established a reputation through showing at London Fashion Week and being part of the Fashion East programme for emerging talent in the industry. She trained at Colchester, and graduated in 2003...
, British fashion designer - Kristal MarshallKristal MarshallKristal Marshall is an American model, beauty queen, and former professional wrestler best known for her work in World Wrestling Entertainment on its SmackDown! brand and in Total Nonstop Action Wrestling promotion working as Kristal Lashley the kayfabe wife of Bobby Lashley and his real life...
(born 1983), American model and former WWE Diva - Lois MarshallLois MarshallLois Catherine Marshall, CC was a Canadian soprano.In 1967, she was made a Companion of the Order of Canada. She was a Graduate of the University of Toronto....
(born 1924), Canadian Soprano - Penny MarshallPenny MarshallPenny Marshall is an American actress, producer and director.After playing several small roles for television, she was cast as Laverne DeFazio in the sitcom Laverne and Shirley...
(born 1942), American actress, producer and director
People with Marshall as given name
- Marshall AllmanMarshall AllmanMarshall Scot Allman is an American actor. He is known to television audiences for his role as L. J. Burrows on Fox's successful television series, Prison Break...
(born 1984), American actor - Marshall BellMarshall BellArchibald Marshall Bell is an American actor. He has appeared in many character roles in movies and television. His best-known movies are probably A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge , Stand by Me , Twins and Total Recall .-Early life:He was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he lived until...
(born 1942), American actor - Marshall BrainMarshall BrainMarshall David Brain is an American author, public speaker, and entrepreneur. A former college instructor and computer programmer, Brain is the founder of HowStuffWorks.-Background:Marshall Brain was born in Santa Monica, California...
(born 1961), founder of HowStuffWorks - Marshall CrenshawMarshall CrenshawMarshall Crenshaw is an American singer, songwriter and guitarist best known for his song "Someday, Someway".-Biography:...
(born 1953), American pop musician - Marshall FaulkMarshall FaulkMarshall William Faulk is a former American football running back who played in the National Football League. He is currently an analyst for NFL Total Access, Thursday Night Football, and NFL GameDay Morning on the NFL Network...
(born 1973), former American football player - Marshall HolmanMarshall HolmanMarshall Holman is an American professional bowler primarily known for his success on the PBA Tour throughout the 1970s and 1980s. He also served as a color analyst alongside Mike Durbin on several ESPN and ESPN2 bowling telecasts from 1996–2001...
(born 1954), American ten-pin bowler - Marshall LancasterMarshall LancasterMarshall Lancaster is a British actor. He has appeared in many television dramas, including Coronation Street, Holby City, The Lakes and Family Affairs, but is probably best known for playing DC Chris Skelton in the BBC time-travel police dramas, Life on Mars and Ashes to Ashes.Lancaster is a...
(born 1974), English actor, best known as DC Chris Skelton in Life on Mars - Marshall Bruce Mathers IIIEminemMarshall Bruce Mathers III , better known by his stage name Eminem or his alter ego Slim Shady, is an American rapper, record producer, songwriter and actor. Eminem's popularity brought his group project, D12, to mainstream recognition...
(born 1972), American rapper more commonly known as EminemEminemMarshall Bruce Mathers III , better known by his stage name Eminem or his alter ego Slim Shady, is an American rapper, record producer, songwriter and actor. Eminem's popularity brought his group project, D12, to mainstream recognition... - Marshall McLuhanMarshall McLuhanHerbert Marshall McLuhan, CC was a Canadian educator, philosopher, and scholar—a professor of English literature, a literary critic, a rhetorician, and a communication theorist...
(1911–1980), Canadian educator, philosopher, and scholar - Marshall Kirk McKusickMarshall Kirk McKusickMarshall Kirk McKusick is a computer scientist, known for his extensive work on BSD, from the 1980s to FreeBSD in the present day. He was president of the USENIX Association from 1990 to 1992 and again from 2002 to 2004, and still serves on the board. He is also on the editorial board of...
(born 1954), American computer scientist - Marshall PerronMarshall PerronMarshall Bruce Perron is a former Australian politician, who was a Country Liberal Party member of the Legislative Assembly in the Northern Territory from the formation of the Assembly in 1974 until his resignation in 1995. From 1988 to 1995, Perron was the Chief Minister of the Northern...
(born 1942), former Chief Minister of the Northern Territory of Australia - Marshall RosenbluthMarshall RosenbluthMarshall Nicholas Rosenbluth was an American plasma physicist and member of the National Academy of Sciences. In 1997 he was awarded the National Medal of Science for discoveries in controlled thermonuclear fusion, contributions to plasma physics and work in computational statistical mechanics. ...
(1927–2003), American physicist
Fictional people named Marshall
- Marshall EriksenMarshall EriksenMarshall Eriksen is a fictional character in the American sitcom How I Met Your Mother, created by Carter Bays and Craig Thomas and portrayed by Jason Segel.-Character profile:Marshall is an easy-going, naive optimist from St. Cloud, Minnesota...
of How I Met Your Mother - Marshall of United States Of Tara