COOLE

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Coole

Coole is a surname of English origin that likely derives from a topographical feature, specifically denoting someone who lived by a small depression or valley. The name may also have derived from the Old English word "col," meaning charcoal, suggesting that an ancestor may have been involved in the making or selling of charcoal.

Distribution and Popularity

The surname Coole is relatively uncommon in the United Kingdom. It is most prevalent in areas with historical connections to charcoal production, such as woodland areas or regions with a history of coal mining.

Notable Individuals

John Coole (1801-1879): A prominent industrialist and philanthropist known for his contributions to the development of the railways in England.
Sarah Coole (b. 1975): A contemporary artist recognised for her innovative use of charcoal as a medium in her artwork.

Variants

Variants of the surname Coole include Cool, Coales, and Coulson.

References

Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.

There are approximately 536 people named Coole in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Coole.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Alan
Andrew
Daniel
David
Iain
Jason
John
Martin
Michael
Peter
Philip
Richard
Robert
Stephen

Female

Amy
Ann
Christine
Kathleen
Kay
Louise
Margaret
Patricia
Samantha
Sarah
Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.