COGSWELL
Cogswell
Cogswell is a surname of English origin, though it may have Norman roots. The name is locational, deriving from the Old English words 'cocc' meaning 'cuckoo' and 'wella' meaning 'spring' or 'stream'. The surname was given to those who lived near a spring frequented by cuckoos.
The Cogswell family has historical ties to various regions of England, including Norfolk, Yorkshire, and London. The name is relatively rare but has recorded instances dating back centuries.
One notable individual bearing the surname Cogswell was Henry Cogswell, an American temperance campaigner and philanthropist, known for his contributions to public drinking fountains.
The Cogswell name has endured through the generations, with branches of the family potentially spreading to different parts of the world through migration. The history and legacy of the Cogswell family continue to be a subject of interest for genealogists and historians alike.
Typical given names associated with the Cogswell surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- Graham
- Martin
- Michael
- Robert
- Simon
- Stephen
- Thomas
- Warren
Female
- Carol
- Claire
- Diane
- Emma
- Esme
- Gayle
- Katherine
- Lily
- Louise
- Natasha
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Sheila
- Susan
- Tracey
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 261 people named Cogswell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Cogswell.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Famous people named Cogswell
- Sue Cogswell - Squash player
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.