UK surname
A German surname derived from the given name Marius or a variant thereof.
In the 1881 census there were 14 people recorded with the Marth surname, ranking it #31,604 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 17, ranked #36,904, down from #31,604 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Sedgley, Poole St James and Manchester. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Marth is 361 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 21.4%.
1881 census count
14
Ranked #31,604
Modern count
17
2016, ranked #36,904
Peak year
1861
361 bearers
Map years
2
1861 to 1891
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Marth surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Marth surname density by area, 1891 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 | 96 | #17,594 |
| 1861 | historical | 361 | #7,076 |
| 1881 | historical | 14 | #31,604 |
| 1891 | historical | 286 | #11,497 |
| 1901 | historical | 43 | #29,380 |
| 1997 | modern | 10 | #37,060 |
| 1998 | modern | 13 | #36,679 |
| 1999 | modern | 7 | #37,513 |
| 2000 | modern | 4 | #38,004 |
| 2001 | modern | 4 | #37,862 |
| 2002 | modern | 6 | #37,532 |
| 2003 | modern | 8 | #37,248 |
| 2004 | modern | 5 | #37,830 |
| 2005 | modern | 9 | #37,302 |
| 2006 | modern | 10 | #37,224 |
| 2007 | modern | 12 | #37,095 |
| 2008 | modern | 13 | #37,056 |
| 2009 | modern | 13 | #37,140 |
| 2010 | modern | 15 | #37,038 |
| 2011 | modern | 16 | #36,932 |
| 2012 | modern | 16 | #36,897 |
| 2013 | modern | 15 | #37,046 |
| 2014 | modern | 16 | #36,974 |
| 2015 | modern | 15 | #37,070 |
| 2016 | modern | 17 | #36,904 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Sedgley, Poole St James, Manchester, St George the Martyr and Cheriton, Titchbourn. 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 | Sedgley | Staffordshire |
| 2 | Poole St James | Dorset |
| 3 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 4 | St George the Martyr | London (South Districts) |
| 5 | Cheriton, Titchbourn | Hampshire |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Marth 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 Marth, 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 Marth surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Marth 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, Marth 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 Marth is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Marth, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname Marth is believed to have originated in Germany, with roots that can be traced back to the Middle Ages. The name is thought to be derived from the medieval German word "marach," which meant "boundary" or "border." This suggests that the name likely referred to someone who lived near a boundary or border region.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Marth can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Brandenburgensis, a collection of medieval documents from the region of Brandenburg, Germany. In this collection, a person named "Marth von Grieben" is mentioned in a document dated 1375.
Throughout the centuries, the surname Marth has been associated with various place names in Germany, such as Marthayn, Marthof, and Marthausen. These place names may have influenced the spelling and pronunciation of the surname over time.
In the 16th century, a notable individual named Martin Marth (1524-1587) was a German theologian and reformer from Saxony. He played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation and was known for his writings on religious matters.
Another historical figure bearing the surname Marth was Johann Marth (1655-1737), a German astronomer and mathematician. He made important contributions to the field of astronomy, including the discovery of several comets and the calculation of planetary orbits.
In the 19th century, Albert Marth (1828-1897) was a British astronomer of German descent. He worked at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich and made significant contributions to the study of variable stars and double stars.
The surname Marth was also prominent in the field of agriculture. Gustav Marth (1846-1917) was a German agronomist and professor who made important contributions to the study of plant breeding and crop cultivation.
Another notable figure was Max Marth (1891-1964), a German chemist and inventor. He is credited with developing a process for the industrial production of artificial silk, which was a significant technological advancement in the textile industry.
While these are just a few examples, the surname Marth has a rich history and has been borne by individuals from various walks of life throughout the centuries, spanning fields such as religion, science, and academia.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Marth 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. Lancashire leads with 7 Marths recorded in 1881 and an index of 4.32x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Lancashire | 7 | 4.32x |
| Leicestershire | 3 | 19.83x |
| Hampshire | 1 | 3.58x |
| Middlesex | 1 | 0.73x |
| Surrey | 1 | 1.50x |
| Sussex | 1 | 4.35x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Adlington in Lancashire leads with 4 Marths recorded in 1881 and an index of 2666.67x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Adlington | 4 | 2666.67x |
| Loughborough | 3 | 434.78x |
| Atherton | 2 | 338.98x |
| Eastbourne | 1 | 94.34x |
| Liverpool | 1 | 10.17x |
| Portsea | 1 | 18.25x |
| Southwark St George Martyr | 1 | 36.36x |
| Spitalfields London | 1 | 97.09x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Marth 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 Marth 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 Marth households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Coal Miner | 2 |
| Scholar | 2 |
| Astronomer M A | 1 |
| Bricklayer | 1 |
| Dockyard Pensioner | 1 |
| Domestic Servant | 1 |
| Framework Knitter (Cotton) | 1 |
| Grocer | 1 |
| Housekeeper | 1 |
| Retired Farmer | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 14 people were recorded with the Marth surname. That placed it at #31,604 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 17 in 2016. That gives Marth a modern rank of #36,904.
A German surname derived from the given name Marius or a variant thereof.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Marth 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.