Description:
Malloor is a surname that is believed to have originated in the Indian state of Kerala. It is an ancient name that is believed to have been in use since at least the 16th century. The Malloor surname is associated with the Nair caste, a warrior and land-owning community of the region. The Malloor surname is also found among the Nair caste in the neighboring states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The Malloor surname is believed to have been derived from the Malayalam term “mallu”, which means “lord”. This term is believed to have been used to refer to powerful rulers or chieftains in the area. The Malloor surname is associated with a number of variations, including Malloori, Mallooran, Mallur, Malluram, Mallurath, Mallurathu, Mallurathukkam and Mallurathukkal.
