Mallas

Origin and Meaning

Mallas is a surname of British origin, derived from the Old French word "mal," meaning "bad" or "ill." It is believed to have been used as a nickname for someone who had a mischievous or ill-tempered personality.

Distribution and Frequency

The surname Mallas has a relatively low frequency in the United Kingdom, with the majority of individuals bearing this surname found in the southern regions of England. It is not a common surname and is thus distinctive among British family names.

Notable Bearers

  • John Mallas: A renowned British historian and author known for his works on medieval British history.
  • Sarah Mallas: An accomplished artist whose works have been exhibited in galleries across the UK.
  • Dr. David Mallas: A prominent British scientist recognised for his significant contributions to the field of biotechnology.

Variants

Variants of the surname Mallas include Mallis and Malles, which may have arisen due to regional or dialectical differences in pronunciation or spelling.

There are approximately 51 people named Mallas in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Mallas.

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