COALTER
Coalter
Coalter is a British surname of Scottish origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "coltere," meaning a "cultivator" or a "ploughman."
The Coalter surname is primarily found in Scotland, particularly in the southern region. It is believed that the name may have originated as a occupational surname for individuals who worked as ploughmen or farmers.
Over the centuries, the Coalter family name has been passed down through generations, with variations in spelling such as Colter or Coulter also being used.
Today, individuals with the surname Coalter can be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, having spread to other English-speaking countries through migration and settlement.
Notable individuals with the Coalter surname have made contributions in various fields, including agriculture, business, academia, and the arts, enriching the legacy of this Scottish family name.
There are approximately 64 people named Coalter in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Coalter.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Clive
- David
- John
- Marshall
- Matthew
Female
- Christine
- Hermione
- Julie
- Karyn
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.