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Type Surname (from nickname)
Usage Greek
Scripts Μαυρομιχάλης(Greek)
Pronounced Pron. mav-ro-mee-KHA-lees  [key·IPA]

Meaning & History

Means "black Michalis (Michael)" in Greek. In Mani, it is said to derive from an orphan named Μιχάλης (Michalis). Because of the dark clothing worn during times of mourning, orphans were often called μαύρος (mavros) meaning "black".
Added 10/8/2022 by Eka
Edited 10/10/2023 by Jenkowelten, Felie and Eka