Kula

Kula is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to various cultures and regions. The surname Kula is believed to be of Polish or Eastern European descent, commonly found among Polish, Ukrainian, and Slovak communities.

The etymology of the surname Kula has linguistic roots in the Polish and Ukrainian languages, where it translates to "ball" or "sphere." It is likely that the surname Kula was originally an occupational surname, given to individuals involved in professions related to spherical objects, such as craftsmen or merchants.

The migration patterns of Eastern European populations to the United Kingdom over the centuries have contributed to the distribution of the surname Kula among British communities. Today, individuals bearing the surname Kula can be found across various regions of the United Kingdom, often with varying levels of connection to their Eastern European heritage.

As with many surnames, the name Kula has evolved over time, with variations in spelling and pronunciation reflecting the diverse linguistic influences that have shaped its history. The surname Kula serves as a reminder of the rich tapestry of cultures that have contributed to the multicultural fabric of British society.

There are approximately 191 people named Kula in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Kula.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adam
  • Andrzej
  • Anthony
  • Dawid
  • Jaroslaw
  • Maciej
  • Mariusz
  • Martin
  • Pawel
  • Piotr
  • Rafal
  • Tomasz

Female

  • Agnieszka
  • Anna
  • Beata
  • Claire
  • Ewa
  • Joanna
  • Karolina
  • Katarzyna
  • Malgorzata
  • Natalia

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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