Hool

Hool is an English surname that originates from the medieval personal name "Holle", meaning "man from Holland". The name is of Dutch origin, suggesting links to the Netherlands. The surname Hool may have been introduced to Britain during the period of Norman conquest in the 11th century, when Dutch, Flemish, and Norman settlers arrived in England.

Variants of the surname Hool include Hoole, Holle, and Hooler. Throughout history, bearers of the Hool surname have been found in various regions of the United Kingdom, with concentrations in areas such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and London.

The Hool surname has been sparsely recorded throughout history, indicating that the name may have been relatively rare or specific to certain families. Like many surnames of early origins, the meaning and origins of the name Hool have evolved over time. Today, individuals with the surname Hool can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, reflecting the migration and dispersal of families over the centuries.

As with many surnames, the history of the Hool family name is intertwined with the social, cultural, and economic developments of Britain. Research into specific lineages, family trees, and historical records can provide further insights into the story of the Hool surname and its bearers.

There are approximately 171 people named Hool in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Hool.

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

  • Alexander
  • Anthony
  • David
  • Geoffrey
  • Iain
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • William

Female

  • Alison
  • Elizabeth
  • Irene
  • Jane
  • Jennifer
  • Joan
  • Julie
  • Katharine
  • Lynette
  • Maxine
  • Muriel
  • Nikola
  • Ruth
  • Susan
  • Tracie

Similar and related surnames

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

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