MAGLOIRE
Magloire
Magloire is a surname of Norman origin, derived from the Old French personal name Mal-Lore, which means 'bad' or 'illustrious'.
Origins
The surname was introduced to Britain during the Norman Conquest of 1066, when William the Conqueror invaded England and established Norman rule. Many Norman barons and knights brought their surnames with them, leading to the adoption of new surnames in Britain.
Distribution
The surname Magloire is relatively rare in Britain, with most documented occurrences found in regions historically influenced by Norman settlement, such as Yorkshire, Kent, and East Anglia.
Notable Individuals
- St. Magloire of Dol: A 6th-century Breton bishop and saint, known for his missionary work in Brittany.
- Jean Magloire Auguste Levy: A prominent 19th-century British collector and patron of the arts.
Variants
Variants of the surname Magloire include Maglor, Mallore, and Maglorie.
References
- Hanks, P., & Hodges, F. (Eds.). (2006). A Dictionary of Surnames (2nd ed.). Oxford University Press.
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames (3rd ed.). Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 140 people named Magloire in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Magloire.
Similar and related surnames
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