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Type Surname (from given name)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈmeɪ.d͡ʒəɹ/(American English)
/ˈmeɪ.d͡ʒə/(British English)
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From the Norman French given name Mauger, derived from the Germanic name Malger.

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RootMalger (given name)
Given Name DescendantMajor(English)

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Entry updated December 1, 2024

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