UK surname
Derived from the French place name Marcy, which comes from the Latin word "mercium," meaning "market" or "trading place."
In the 1881 census there were 10 people recorded with the Marcy surname, ranking it #32,243 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 3, ranked #38,594, down from #32,243 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Wellington, Wrockwardine, Eyton-on-the-Moors, Preston-on-the-Moors, London parishes and Doncaster. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Marcy is 128 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 70.0%.
1881 census count
10
Ranked #32,243
Modern count
3
2016, ranked #38,594
Peak year
1861
128 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Marcy surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Marcy surname density by area, 1861 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.
| Year | Period | Count | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | historical | 19 | #29,904 |
| 1861 | historical | 128 | #17,375 |
| 1881 | historical | 10 | #32,243 |
| 1891 | historical | 58 | #29,439 |
| 1901 | historical | 36 | #30,099 |
| 1911 | historical | 21 | #31,179 |
| 1997 | modern | 5 | #37,891 |
| 1998 | modern | 4 | #38,082 |
| 1999 | modern | 4 | #38,100 |
| 2000 | modern | 3 | #38,248 |
| 2001 | modern | 2 | #38,335 |
| 2002 | modern | 2 | #38,400 |
| 2003 | modern | 1 | #38,735 |
| 2004 | modern | 1 | #38,771 |
| 2005 | modern | 3 | #38,312 |
| 2006 | modern | 5 | #37,956 |
| 2007 | modern | 5 | #38,004 |
| 2008 | modern | 4 | #38,216 |
| 2009 | modern | 1 | #38,998 |
| 2010 | modern | 2 | #38,775 |
| 2011 | modern | 2 | #38,745 |
| 2012 | modern | 3 | #38,530 |
| 2013 | modern | 3 | #38,526 |
| 2014 | modern | 4 | #38,376 |
| 2015 | modern | 3 | #38,558 |
| 2016 | modern | 3 | #38,594 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Wellington, Wrockwardine, Eyton-on-the-Moors, Preston-on-the-Moors, London parishes, Doncaster and Ealing, Chiswick. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wellington, Wrockwardine, Eyton-on-the-Moors, Preston-on-the-Moors | Shropshire |
| 2 | London parishes | London 1 |
| 3 | London parishes | London 3 |
| 4 | Doncaster | Yorkshire, West Riding |
| 5 | Ealing, Chiswick | Middlesex (Exclusive Of London Districts) |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Marcy surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Marcy, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.
These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.
The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.
UK neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Marcy surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Marcy household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Marcy is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Marcy is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Marcy, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Marcy has its roots in France, tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have originated as a locational name, derived from the French place name Marcy, which itself comes from the Gallo-Roman personal name Marcellus or Marcius.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Marcy can be found in the Domesday Book of 1086, which was a comprehensive survey of landholdings in England commissioned by William the Conqueror. The Domesday Book mentions a landowner named William de Marci, suggesting the presence of the name in Normandy, France, during that period.
In the 13th century, the name Marcy appeared in various historical records across Europe. For instance, a knight named Raoul de Marcy is mentioned in the French chronicles of the Crusades, participating in the Seventh Crusade from 1248 to 1254.
The name Marcy has also been associated with notable individuals throughout history. One prominent example is Jean de Marcy, a French diplomat and statesman who lived from 1535 to 1608. He served as the Ambassador of France to the Ottoman Empire and played a significant role in negotiating treaties between the two nations.
Another individual of note is Claude-Louis-Michel de Marcy, a French military officer and engineer born in 1770. He was instrumental in the construction of several fortifications and military installations during the Napoleonic Era.
In England, the name Marcy has been recorded as early as the 16th century. Sir Henry Marcy, a prominent landowner and Member of Parliament, was born in 1555 and owned estates in Berkshire.
Over time, the spelling of the name has evolved, with variations such as Marcie, Marcey, and Marcie appearing in historical records. Additionally, the name has been associated with various place names, including Marcy-l'Étoile in France and Marcy Creek in Pennsylvania, USA.
It is worth noting that the surname Marcy has been borne by several other notable individuals throughout history, including authors, artists, and military figures, further solidifying its presence across various regions and time periods.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Marcy surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Warwickshire leads with 4 Marcys recorded in 1881 and an index of 16.31x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Warwickshire | 4 | 16.31x |
| Glamorgan | 1 | 5.90x |
| Kent | 1 | 3.01x |
| Shropshire | 1 | 11.90x |
| Surrey | 1 | 2.11x |
| Wiltshire | 1 | 11.63x |
| Yorkshire | 1 | 1.04x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Aston in Warwickshire leads with 4 Marcys recorded in 1881 and an index of 59.17x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Aston | 4 | 59.17x |
| Bromham | 1 | 2500.00x |
| Cardiff St Mary | 1 | 107.53x |
| Lambeth | 1 | 11.79x |
| Marton In Middlesbrough | 1 | 2500.00x |
| St Mary Virgin In Marsh | 1 | 10000.00x |
| Wellington | 1 | 212.77x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Marcy surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Marcy surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Marcy households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Coach Smith Striker (Rly) | 1 |
| Domestic Serv | 1 |
| Farm Serv | 1 |
| Farm Servant (Indoor) | 1 |
| Master | 1 |
| Scholar | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 10 people were recorded with the Marcy surname. That placed it at #32,243 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 3 in 2016. That gives Marcy a modern rank of #38,594.
Derived from the French place name Marcy, which comes from the Latin word "mercium," meaning "market" or "trading place."
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Marcy bearers relative to the surrounding population.
The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.