A place name, most notably referring to the Duke of Marlborough or various towns named Marlborough in England and former colonies.
From Old English 'Mærlebeorg' meaning 'chalk hill fort,' composed of 'mearl' (chalk) and 'beorg' (hill/fortified place). The name spread through British colonial influence to many locations worldwide.
The Duke of Marlborough's residence, Blenheim Palace, was where Winston Churchill was born - creating a fascinating link between military history and one of Britain's greatest wartime leaders spanning centuries.
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