Marsh - Last Names

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Marsh

/mɑːrʃ/

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Meaning

A tract of low-lying land that is flooded in wet seasons or at high tide and typically supports grasses or reeds.

Represents connection to the land, resilience in challenging environments, and adaptability to change.

Symbolism

Embodies natural balance, fertility, transition, and the boundary between solid ground and water—symbolizing liminality and ecological richness.

Etymology: Derived from the Old English 'mersc', meaning 'marsh' or 'fen', used as a topographic name for someone dwelling by a marshy area. Cognate with similar terms in Germanic and Dutch languages.

Style & Origin

nature inspired
english

Cultural Background

Of English origin, Marsh is a topographic surname historically given to someone who lived near a mar

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