Marhaug

Marhaug is a surname of Norwegian origin. It is most commonly encountered in Norway and among people of Norwegian descent in other countries. The name is generally understood to be toponymic, likely derived from a place name or a local geographical feature in Norway, though precise etymologies are not consistently documented in accessible sources. As with many Norwegian surnames, its distribution reflects historical settlement patterns in rural and coastal regions.

In contemporary records, individuals bearing the surname Marhaug appear in various professions, including academia, journalism, public service, and business. The name does not correspond to a single widely recognized figure with a separate encyclopedia article, but bearers of the surname have contributed in local and national contexts.

Because surnames can arise in more than one lineage, it is possible that unrelated families adopted Marhaug independently in different regions. Genealogical research can help determine personal family origins.