WOOLASS
Woolass
Woolass is a British surname that originates from Yorkshire, England. It is believed to have derived from the Old English words "wull," meaning wool, and "hlaes," meaning a grassy slope or hill. This suggests that the surname likely referred to someone who lived near a hill where sheep were grazed or near a place where wool was produced.
The earliest instances of the name Woolass can be traced back to parish records and census data from the 17th and 18th centuries, primarily in Yorkshire and Lancashire. Over time, the surname may have spread to other parts of Britain as families migrated for various reasons such as work, marriage, or trade.
Like many British surnames, Woolass may have undergone variations in spelling over the years, such as Woolas, Woollass, or Woollas. Family crests and coat of arms associated with the surname often depict symbols related to sheep, wool, or pastoral scenes.
Today, individuals with the surname Woolass can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where British descendants have settled. The name continues to be a reminder of the historical connections to wool production and rural life in England.
There are approximately 149 people named Woolass in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Woolass.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Abdul
- Alan
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Chris
- Craig
- David
- Dennis
- John
- Kevin
- Paul
- Robert
Female
- Barbara
- Elaine
- Hollie
- Joanne
- Linda
- Rachel
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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