MALLOCH
Malloch
Malloch is a Scottish surname of ancient origin, deriving from the Old Gaelic name "Mac a' Chuilich" which means "son of the boar". The surname is said to have originated in the historic region of Fife in Scotland, with significant clusters found in the surrounding areas.
The Malloch family can trace their roots back to medieval times, where they were prominent in local affairs and played roles in the development of the region. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the Malloch surname have contributed to various fields, including academia, law, politics, and the arts.
One notable figure bearing the Malloch surname is John Malloch, a respected author and historian known for his works on Scottish folklore and traditions. Another prominent individual is Emily Malloch, a pioneer in the field of medicine who made significant contributions to public health during the Victorian era.
Today, the Malloch surname continues to be passed down through generations, with many individuals proud of their Scottish heritage. The name Malloch remains an enduring symbol of family pride and resilience, embodying the rich history and traditions of the Scottish people.
There are approximately 497 people named Malloch in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Malloch.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Donald
- Ian
- James
- John
- Neil
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Scott
- Thomas
Female
- Andrea
- Anne
- Caroline
- Catherine
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Jacqueline
- Katherine
- Laura
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Patricia
Similar and related surnames
- Mallock
- Mallach
- Malich
- Malach
- Mahlich
- Malacha
- Malachi
- Malash
- Malecha
- Malish
- Mallish
- Mallocks
- Maloch
- Malocha
- Malock
- Maluch
- Maluish
- Melech
- Melich
- Melish
- Melleish
- Mellesh
- Mellish
- Melliush
- Melluish
- Meloche
- Melsh
- Meluch
- Meluish
- Mielech
- Mieloch
- Milch
- Milich
- Millich
- Millish
- Miloch
- Muhlich
- Mulaisho
- Mulch
- Mulchi
- Mulich
- Mullish
- Mulloch
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.