MOULES
Moules
Moules is a surname of British origin, thought to have its roots in medieval England. The name is of occupational origin, deriving from the Middle English word "muleward," which referred to a mule-keeper or a person responsible for caring for mules.
The surname Moules is believed to have been used to identify individuals who worked in occupations associated with mules, such as stable hands, cart drivers, or those involved in the trade or breeding of mules. Over time, the surname became hereditary and passed down through generations.
Variants of the name Moules may include Mould, Moulds, or Mowles, reflecting regional dialectal variations or changes in spelling over the centuries.
Individuals bearing the surname Moules can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world where British descendants have settled. The name Moules, like many other surnames, contributes to the rich tapestry of British heritage and genealogy.
There are approximately 723 people named Moules in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,468th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Moules.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Clive
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Ken
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
- Stuart
Female
- Bridget
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Joan
- Joanne
- Karen
- Lois
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Natalie
- Sally
- Sarah
- Susan