masure

Masure is a toponym and surname that appears in Francophone regions. The precise origin of the name is uncertain, but it is commonly linked to historical terms for a dwelling, estate, or enclosure. As a place name, Masure has been recorded for small localities within various communes, particularly in France, with details varying by region and period. As a surname, Masure appears in archival records in France and neighboring areas, where individuals bearing the name have been noted in civil, ecclesiastical, and legal documents over time.

In linguistic and cultural contexts, the related French term masure denotes a simple, often dilapidated dwelling or hut. Although the two forms are distinct in spelling, they share a thematic association with habitation and property, which can inform discussions of vernacular architecture and rural history in regions where the name Masure is found.

The name Masure thus functions in multiple ways: as a geographic identifier for localities, as a family name carried by individuals in historical records, and as part of a broader linguistic landscape connected to terms for housing. Because toponymic and surname usages can vary by region and era, specific references to Masure are typically best understood within provincial or archival contexts. See also masure for the related architectural term.