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.
Etymology
Old English and Celtic marka is an element that refers to "horse".
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"
