STOOPS
Stoops
Stoops is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to medieval times. The surname is of Anglo-Saxon origin, deriving from the Old English word "stōp," which means a post or pillar. The surname likely would have been given to someone who lived near a prominent post or pillar, or who perhaps worked as a carpenter or builder of such structures.
The Stoops surname has been found mainly in the northern regions of England, particularly Yorkshire and Lancashire. Over time, individuals with the surname spread to other parts of the country and beyond, through migration and settlement.
Like many surnames, Stoops has undergone variations in spelling over the centuries, including Stoopes and Stoups. The name has also been subject to Anglicisation, particularly in regions outside of England.
Today, individuals with the surname Stoops can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world where British descendants have settled. The surname carries with it a rich history that reflects the social and cultural developments of England throughout the ages.
There are approximately 94 people named Stoops in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Stoops.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Dawson
- Elias
- John
- Keith
- Stephen
Female
- Barbara
- Jane
- Kasey
- Michelle
- Shelagh