COATH
Coath
Coath is a surname of British origin, known to have historical roots in the county of Cornwall. The name is derived from the Old English word 'cuth', meaning 'famous' or 'well known', indicating that the original bearers of the surname were possibly prominent or respected individuals in their community.
The Coath surname has a long history, with records dating back to the medieval period. Individuals bearing this surname were found in various parts of England, but it is believed that the concentration of Coath families was higher in the Cornwall region.
Over the years, the Coath surname has likely undergone variations in spelling, including Coat, Cothe, and Coats. Like many surnames from the British Isles, the spelling of Coath may have been influenced by factors such as local dialects and variations in pronunciation.
Today, individuals with the surname Coath can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world as well. The name continues to be passed down through generations, retaining a link to its ancestry in Cornwall and reflecting the rich tapestry of British family history.
There are approximately 230 people named Coath in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Coath.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Peter
- Robert
- Ryan
- Simon
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Charlotte
- Gemma
- Heather
- Helen
- Janet
- Jessie
- Lisa
- Louisa
- Stephanie
- Victoria