Origin and History of CHAPALMADUGU

Description:

The Chapalmadugusurname is derived from the Aboriginal word chapalmadug, meaning 'to scratch.' The Chapalmadugusurname is most common in Queensland, but is also found in New South Wales, Victoria, and Western Australia. The Chapalmadugusurname is also found in the Torres Strait Islands. The Chapalmadugusurname is typically a Aboriginal name, but some people with the Chapalmadugusurname also have European surnames. The Chapalmadugusurname is usually spelt with a 'C' and a 'P' (e.g. Chapalmadugus), but can also be spelt with a 'K' (e.g. Chapalmadug). The Chapalmadugusurname is also sometimes spelled Chapalmadug.