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      Meaning of the first name Poole

      Origin

      English

      Meaning

      Small Lake or Stream

      Variations

      Dooley, Ptolemy, Apolleaux
      The name Poole traces its origins back to England and is derived from the Old English word pol, meaning a small lake or stream. It is believed that the name originally referred to someone who resided near or worked by such a water feature. As a toponymic name, Poole often indicated a person's association with a specific geographic location, highlighting the importance of natural water sources in historical English communities.

      Throughout history, individuals bearing the name Poole have been noted in various records and documents. In medieval England, the name was prominent in areas where lakes and streams were plentiful, such as Essex and Somerset. The presence of the Poole name often indicated a family's connection to local water-related industries, including fishing, trade, or transportation.

      In modern times, the name Poole continues to be relatively common in English-speaking regions. It is often found in family records and genealogies, acting as a tangible link to ancestral heritage. Additionally, variations of the name, such as Pool, Pohl, and Pooley, persist in different parts of the world due to migration and colonial influences. Though its specific meaning may have faded from everyday conversation, the name Poole remains as a testament to the ancestral connection to small lakes and streams that characterized early English settlements.

      Based on our records...

      Poole

      Poole

      This is the most common surname associated with Poole.
      Sarah

      Sarah

      This is the most common name of those married to a Poole.
      Emily

      Emily

      This is the most common name for a child of a Poole.
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      1831 is when there were the most people born with the first name Poole.

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