Marjoribanks

Marjoribanks is a surname of Scottish origin. It is believed to derive from the place name Marchbank, which is located in Berwickshire, Scotland. The name Marchbank itself is thought to be composed of the Old English words "mearc" meaning boundary or border, and "burn" meaning stream or brook. Therefore, Marjoribanks likely refers to someone who lived near a stream marking a boundary.

The Marjoribanks family has a long and distinguished history in Scotland, with notable branches in the Lothians and Berwickshire. Historically, the name has been associated with landed gentry and prominent figures in Scottish society. The pronunciation of the name can be a point of interest, often rendered as "March-banks" or sometimes with a softer pronunciation. While the exact origins and early bearers of the name are subject to historical interpretation, its roots are firmly planted in the landscape and language of medieval Scotland. Over centuries, the name has spread beyond its geographical origins, carried by individuals through emigration and marriage.