About Cogswell
The surname Cogswell is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "cogg" meaning "boat" and "well" meaning "spring" or "stream." It is believed to have originated as a locational surname, referring to someone who lived near a well or spring used for boat transportation. Over time, the surname Cogswell has evolved and is now associated with individuals who bear this name.
The surname Cogswell is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Cogswell based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Cogswell in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Cogswell using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.