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  • Distribution of Elgar Families in England and Wales in 1891

Origin of Elgar Total Records: 1  Origin of Elgar, Meaning of Elgar Origin: Elgar is of anglo-saxon origins,from the ancient personal name of Eadgar which is in turn derived from the old english element 'ead', meaning prosperity and 'gar', spear. spelling variations include:Agar, Algar,Alger, Algore, Auger,Elger, Elgar,and many more. First found in the counties of Yorkshire & northumberland where they held a family seat from ancient times. Family motto - Let us be judged by our actions (spectemur agendo) Surnames: Elgar Submitted by: Lorraine Elgar 10/11/2008 11:45 AM Page 1 of 1

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