Surname Kespool - Meaning and Origin

Kespool: What does the surname Kespool mean?

The last name Kespool is of Anglo-Saxon origin, and is a locational name derived from any of the numerous places called Kespoole scattered throughout England. These places derived their name from the Old English elements 'keppe' meaning 'pumping station' and 'hol', meaning a 'hole'.

The surname Kespool first originated in the North of England during the early medieval period, and in 1379 a John Kespole first appeared on the rolls of Cumberland. Later in 1605 a William Kespool was recorded in the town of Reading in the county of Berkshire.

The name then spread to Wales in the early 17th century, and in 1606 a John Kesppole was recorded in the parish register of Carmarthenshire. The surname had spread to Scotland by the 19th century and in 1840 a William Kespole was recorded in the Old Parish Records of Glasgow.

Today, Kespool is a relatively uncommon surname and its current distribution covers the entire United Kingdom and Ireland. As of the latest census held in 2018, Kespool is still strongly associated with the North of England, with two thirds of all holders of the name living in that region.

Despite being on the brink of extinction, the Kespool surname continues to be a proud family name bearing testament to a rich Anglo-Saxon past.

Kespool: Where does the name Kespool come from?

The surname Kespool is quite rare and does not appear in many reliable genealogical or linguistic databases. Therefore, its exact ethnic origin or meaning is difficult to ascertain. It's likely it may have been altered over generations or possibly anglicized from a different original surname. As for its current prevalence, major white pages directories and social media platforms show individuals with the Kespool surname largely in the United States. That being said, it should be noted that the surname's rarity doesn't allow for a high confidence level regarding its prevalence. Genealogical investigations, potentially with DNA analysis, might give a more definitive answer to this surname's origin and distribution.

Variations of the surname Kespool

The surname Kespool is quite rare and there is not much information available to establish its origin or common variants and spellings. It appears to be of Anglo-Saxon origin, however that is not confirmed. Some potential variant spellings or surnames that could be of the same origin include "Kespaule", "Kespol", "Kespaule", "Kespoole", or "Kespuol". These variants are speculative and not confirmed, as there is very little information available about the surname. It is recommended to conduct further detailed genealogical research or DNA testing to help learn more about the potential origins and variations of the surname Kespool.

Famous people with the name Kespool

• Mellisa Kespool: a former beauty pageant contestant and television personality, known for her appearances on the reality TV show Beauty and the Geek Australia in 2007.
• Lawrence Kespool Jr.: a former basketball player who played for numerous professional teams in the NBA and international basketball leagues throughout the 1990s and 2000s.
• Fasto Kespool: an actor and rapper with numerous TV credits, including appearing on the MTV show Wild 'N Out.
• Danielle Kespool: a fashion designer who has worked with major brands such as Rodarte and Marc Jacobs.
• Zeeko Kespool: a hip hop producer and engineer who has worked with various major artists such as Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, and The Game.
• Aaron Kespool: a professional golfer who has played on the PGA and European Tour.
• Herman Kespool: an entrepreneur and investor who was an early investor in companies such as Google, Airbnb, and Twitter.
• Robert Endar Kespool: a neurologist and academic interested in the fields of brain injury and Alzheimer's disease.
• Havana Kespool: a reality TV star who competed in the 27th season of The Bachelor Australia in 2021.
• Garry Kespool: a philanthropist and real estate investor who is the director of a number of major companies, including GK Properties.

Other surnames

KespohlKespol