Marshall, along with many other names regarded as being Irish in origin, was introduced into Ireland at the time of the Norman invasion of 1170.The Marshall family crest (or coat of arms) came into existence many centuries ago. In Ireland this name and its variants are found throughout the four Provinces but especially in Ulster Province. Examples of such are a William de Marechal, of Cambridge, who was recorded in the 'Poll Tax' of the West Riding of Yorkshire in the year 1379 and a Maledoni Marescal who was witness to a gift of lands in Partick, Scotland, in the year 1136. This name is of Anglo-Norman descent spreading to Ireland, Scotland and Wales in early times and is found in many mediaeval manuscripts in the above countries. Variants of the name include Marshal and Marshel. In time, the position, like that of Constable and Steward, became one of great dignity. Marshall is an occupational name meaning 'horse servant' from a person who made his living looking after horses. The family history of the ancient name Marshall was found in the archives.
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