CATCHPOOL
Catchpool
Catchpool is an English locational surname, derived from the Old English word "ceac" meaning a weir or dam, and "pol" meaning a small body of water. This surname is believed to have originated from various places in England where there were ponds or pools used for catching fish.
The first recorded instance of the Catchpool surname dates back to the early 13th century in the county of Suffolk, where a family bearing this name held lands and properties. Over the centuries, the surname spread to different parts of England, and individuals bearing this name have been traced in various historical records.
Notable individuals with the surname Catchpool include John Catchpool, a renowned architect who designed several prominent buildings in the Victorian era, and Mary Catchpool, a well-known philanthropist and social reformer who dedicated her life to improving the welfare of the less fortunate.
The Catchpool surname continues to be a part of British heritage, with descendants of the original families still residing in different parts of the country. Variants of the surname, such as Katchpole and Catchpole, are also found in historical records.
In modern times, individuals bearing the surname Catchpool can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, reflecting the diverse and widespread nature of this English surname.
There are approximately 77 people named Catchpool in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Catchpool.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Neil
Female
- Hannah
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