Marcho
From Tolkien Gateway
| Marcho | |
|---|---|
| Hobbit | |
| Biographical information | |
| Location | the Shire |
| Physical description | |
| Gender | Male |
Marcho was one of the two Bree-hobbits who founded the Shire in Third Age 1601. The other was his brother, Blanco.
[edit] Etymology
Old English and Celtic marka is an element that refers to "horse" (see mearas).
[edit] Inspiration
The two brothers are perhaps based on Hengest and Horsa, who brought the Saxons to Britany.[1]
References
- ↑ Jim Allan, An Introduction to Elvish, "An etymological excursion among the Shire Folk"
