Gole

The surname Gole is of English and Scottish origin, derived from the Old English word "gol", meaning 'the entrance to a mine'. It is a toponymic surname, indicating that the first bearer of the name may have lived near a mine or worked in the mining industry.

The Gole surname is relatively rare, with most individuals bearing this name located in the United Kingdom. Variants of the name may include Goll, Goal, or Gowell. The name is believed to have originated in areas where mining was a prominent industry, such as Cornwall, Yorkshire, or Scotland.

Notable individuals with the surname Gole have included miners, engineers, and professionals in various fields. Researching family history and genealogy may lead to a better understanding of the origins and distribution of the Gole surname.

There are approximately 41 people named Gole in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Gole.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Ion

Female

Similar and related surnames

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