The Markal surname is derived from the Old High German word "marah," or "horse" and "sclac," or "servant." Thus the name was originally occupational for someone who looked after horses, often one of the most important servants in the noble houses.
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Early Origins of the Markal family
The surname Markal was first found in Prussia, where the name emerged in medieval times as one of the notable families of the region. From the 13th century the surname was identified with the great social and economic evolution which made this territory a landmark contributor to the development of the nation.
Early History of the Markal family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Markal research. Another 119 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1717, 1760 and 1812 are included under the topic Early Markal History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Markal Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Marschall, Marschal, Marshalle, Marschalles, Marschale, Marschales, Marchall, Marchal, Marschalls, Marschals, Markel, Markall, Markal, Marcal, Marcall and many more.
Early Notables of the Markal family
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Migration of the Markal family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Evert Marschal, who arrived in New Netherlands in 1659; Nicholas Gillissen Marschal, who came to New Netherlands in 1659; Michael Marschal, who came to New York, NY in 1851.
