MELLALIEU
Mellalieu
The surname Mellalieu is of English origin, derived from the Old French word "mal" meaning "bad" and "lieu" meaning "place", and has been recorded in various forms such as Malalieu, Malaliew, Malalow, Melalieu, Melaliew, and Mellalieu. The name could have originated as a nickname for someone who lived in an undesirable location or had a negative association with a place.
The Mellalieu surname is most commonly found in the Cheshire and Lancashire regions of England. Individuals bearing this surname have been connected to various professions and occupations over the centuries, including farmers, tradesmen, and merchants.
Notable individuals with the surname Mellalieu include the artist and illustrator Reginald Arthur Mellalieu (1857–1913), known for his watercolour landscapes and illustrations. The Mellalieu name has endured through the generations, maintaining its unique linguistic and historical significance.
Overall, the surname Mellalieu contributes to the rich tapestry of British surnames and reflects the diverse origins and meanings that can be found in the country's rich historical landscape.
There are approximately 76 people named Mellalieu in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Mellalieu.
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