Gokool

Gokool (also sometimes spelled Gokul) is a name with origins in India, primarily associated with Hinduism. It most often refers to Gokul Mahavan, an important pilgrimage site located near Mathura in Uttar Pradesh, India. Gokul is the place where the Hindu deity Krishna spent his childhood in secrecy after being moved from Mathura to protect him from his uncle, the tyrannical King Kansa.

As a place name, Gokul holds significant religious importance for devotees of Krishna, serving as a reminder of his formative years and divine play (leela). It is believed that many significant events in Krishna's early life occurred in Gokul, including his interactions with the cowherds and milkmaids (gopis) of the region. The town is now filled with temples dedicated to Krishna and Radha, attracting pilgrims year-round.

Gokool can also be used as a given name, typically male. As a name, it carries connotations of devotion, innocence, and connection to the divine. The meaning of the name is often associated with Krishna's abode and his early life experiences. While less common than Gokul, Gokool represents a variant spelling of the same name and carries the same cultural and religious weight.