TheNameDBWOOLEN
OccupationalMeaning
A person who worked with wool or was involved in the wool trade.
Etymology
Derived from the Old English word 'wull' (wool) combined with the occupational suffix '-en' or '-man.' The surname emerged during the medieval period when the wool trade was a major economic activity.
About the WOOLEN Surname
An occupational surname denoting involvement in wool production or trade. The name reflects the importance of the wool industry in medieval English economy.
Distribution
Found in England and among English-speaking communities in North America.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical documentation