Soule

Soule is a British surname of English origin, derived from the Old English word "saul" which means soul or spirit. The surname is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who had a particularly spiritual or pious nature.

The Soule surname has ancient roots in England, particularly in the county of Devon. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname have spread to other parts of the UK and beyond through migration and immigration.

Notable individuals with the surname Soule have made contributions to various fields, such as literature, art, science, politics, and more. The surname has also seen variations in spelling over time, including Sole, Soole, and Sowle.

Today, the Soule surname continues to be found in various English-speaking countries, with descendants of the original bearers carrying on the name and its rich heritage.

There are approximately 141 people named Soule in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Soule.

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

  • Andre
  • Benjamin
  • Christopher
  • Daniel
  • David
  • John
  • Joseph
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Roy
  • Timothy

Female

  • Alison
  • Billie-joanne
  • Eleanor
  • Elizabeth
  • Farida
  • Jacqueline
  • Jennifer
  • Katrina
  • Leigh
  • Mandy
  • Margaret
  • Natalie
  • Patricia
  • Sandra
  • Shirley

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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