About Kohley
The surname Kohley is of German origin and is derived from the personal name "Kohl," meaning "cabbage" in German. It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who either grew or sold cabbages or had a physical resemblance to a cabbage. The addition of the suffix "-ley" indicates a meadow or clearing, suggesting that the name may have been given to someone who lived near a cabbage field or meadow. Over time, the surname Kohley has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a family name.
The surname Kohley is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kohley 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 Kohley in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Kohley using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.