Savelkoul

Savelkoul is a surname. The surname "Savelkoul" is of Dutch origin. It is a relatively uncommon surname and can be found primarily in the southern parts of the Netherlands, particularly in the Limburg province. The name "Savelkoul" is a combination of two elements: "Savel" and "koul." The meaning of the name is not entirely clear, as it does not have a specific definition or known origin. However, it is believed to have derived from a personal name or a place name.

Like many surnames, "Savelkoul" might have originated from a person's occupation, place of residence, or a personal characteristic. It is possible that the name was associated with someone who worked with or had a connection to "koul" (possibly referring to coal or a coal mine) or someone who resided near a place called "Koul" or "Savelkoul."

How common is this surname
The surname "Savelkoul" is ranked as the 332,755th most common family name worldwide. It is estimated to be held by approximately 1 in 6,559,447 individuals. The majority of individuals with the surname "Savelkoul" are located in Europe, with 84 percent residing in this continent. Specifically, 84 percent of "Savelkoul" individuals are found in Western Europe, with 79 percent belonging to Germanic Europe.

The Netherlands is the country where the surname "Savelkoul" is most prevalent. Approximately 704 individuals, or 1 in 23,987 people, in the Netherlands bear this surname. Within the Netherlands, the highest concentration of "Savelkoul" individuals can be found in Limburg, accounting for 74 percent of the total. Other significant regions include North Brabant, where 10 percent are found, and Gelderland, where 7 percent reside. Aside from the Netherlands, the surname is present in 14 other countries. Notably, it is relatively common in Belgium, where 17 percent of "Savelkoul" individuals can be found, and in the United States, where 12 percent are located.

Notable people with the surname include

 * Donald Savelkoul (1917–2004), American lawyer, politician, and businessman
 * Henry J. Savelkoul (born 1940), American politician