Etymology
Meaning and Origin
The word "mayor" derives from the Old French term "maire" which, in turn, is derived from the Late Latin word "maior", meaning "greater".
The title of "mayor" was originally given to the chief magistrate of a city or town in medieval France. The term was used to denote the highest-ranking official and was often equated with the position of "lord mayor".
In England, the title was introduced by the Normans after the Conquest of 1066. The first recorded use of the term "mayor" in England can be traced back to the reign of Henry II in the 12th century.
Over time, the title of "mayor" came to be applied to the chief magistrate of cities and towns in many countries around the world. Today, mayors are typically elected officials who oversee the daily operation of a municipality and its government.
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