MALA
Mala
The surname Mala is of British origin and is believed to have various meanings across different regions. One common origin of the name is derived from the Old English word "māl", which means "reckoning" or "lawsuit". The name may have been bestowed upon a person who worked as a lawyer or a legal professional in medieval England.
Alternatively, the name Mala may have roots in the Welsh language, where "mala" translates to "spot" or "blemish". This could suggest that early bearers of the surname were known for having distinct features or spots on their appearance.
The Mala family name has been documented in historical records dating back centuries, with references to individuals bearing the surname found in census data, church documents, and other genealogical records. Over time, the name has likely evolved in spelling and pronunciation, leading to variations such as Malah, Malo, and Malla.
Today, the surname Mala is relatively rare but can still be found among families with British heritage. As with many surnames, the meaning and origin of Mala may vary depending on the family's specific ancestry and history.
There are approximately 199 people named Mala in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Mala.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Abdullah
- Afaq
- Alexander
- Hamza
- Irfan
- Mohamad
- Mohan
- Robert
- Salim
- Sundar
Female
- Andrea
- Bibi
- Chandra
- Frances
- Jana
- Madhu
- Sara
- Shereen
- Suna
- Tereza
Similar and related surnames
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