MAGOL
Magol
Magol is a surname of British origin, though relatively rare in occurrence. The surname likely derives from the Old English personal name "Mag-" combined with the suffix "-ol", meaning "owl". As such, "Magol" could have originally described a person with an affinity for or association with owls.
Individuals bearing the surname Magol are likely to have ancestors who resided in England, possibly in a region with a historical association with the hunting or symbolism of owls. Throughout history, the surname Magol may have developed a range of spelling variations as families moved and surnames were recorded with varying levels of standardisation.
The study of surnames, known as onomastics, provides insight into the historical, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of families. It is through research into unique surnames like Magol that connections to specific regions, occupations, or personal characteristics can be identified. Despite its relative rarity, the surname Magol remains a distinctive part of the diverse tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 29 people named Magol in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Magol.