HOLE

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

Hole

The surname Hole is of English origin and is classified as a locational surname which means that it was given to families based on where they originated or resided. The surname "Hole" likely derived from various places named "Hole" in England. These places may have referred to a hollow or depression in the landscape, a cavity, or an excavation.

Historical records indicate that the surname Hole has been found in various parts of England, including Devon, Somerset, and Sussex. Over time, families bearing the surname Hole have spread across the United Kingdom and even further afield.

The name Hole has variations in spelling, such as Hoole, Holes, and Hooley, which reflect regional accents and dialects. Individuals with the surname Hole may also have adapted or Anglicised versions of the name over the years.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Hole have made contributions in various fields, including academia, the arts, business, and politics. Due to its historical significance and widespread distribution, the surname Hole continues to be part of the rich tapestry of British surnames.

There are approximately 4,040 people named Hole in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,316th most common surname in Britain. Around 62 in a million people in Britain are named Hole.

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

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Christopher
David
James
John
Michael
Peter
Richard
Robert
Stephen
William

Female

Caroline
Christine
Elizabeth
Emma
Jacqueline
Jennifer
Julie
Kathryn
Margaret
Mary
Rebecca
Sarah
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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