kuol

Kuol is a personal name of South Sudanese origin, used as both a given name and a surname. It is most common among the Dinka and Nuer communities and has spread to diaspora populations in Africa, Europe, and North America through migration and displacement. Spelling and transliteration of the name vary, reflecting differences in local languages and in how names are rendered in English and other languages.

In South Sudanese naming practices, Kuol can appear as part of a longer given name or as a family name, often signaling lineage, clan affiliation, or other cultural associations. The name is traditionally used for males, though naming patterns can differ among communities and families.

Notable bearers of the name Kuol are primarily among people of South Sudanese heritage, including individuals in sports, politics, and the arts. Because the name is regionally concentrated, it is relatively uncommon outside communities with direct connections to South Sudan.

There is no broadly recognized meaning of Kuol in major world languages beyond its use as a personal name within its cultural context. As such, Kuol is understood and interpreted primarily as an identifier tied to South Sudanese heritage rather than as a separate lexical term.