Coop

Coop is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. It is derived from the Old English word 'copp,' which means a summit or top, indicating a person who lived by a hilltop or high place. The surname Coop is classified as a topographic surname, which was commonly given to individuals based on the landscape features of their residence.

The name Coop first appeared in written records during the medieval period in England, with variations such as Coupe and Couper also being recorded. The surname Coop is found throughout the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with historic Anglo-Saxon settlements.

Individuals with the surname Coop have been associated with various occupations and professions over the centuries, including agricultural work, carpentry, and metalworking. The Coop family name has been linked to the development and expansion of trade and commerce in different parts of the country.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Coop have made contributions to diverse fields such as business, politics, academia, and the arts. The name Coop continues to be present in contemporary British society, reflecting a rich heritage and legacy of the families associated with this distinguished surname.

There are approximately 1,354 people named Coop in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,819th most common surname in Britain. Around 21 in a million people in Britain are named Coop.

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

  • Andrew
  • David
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Robert
  • Simon
  • Stephen

Female

  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Jean
  • Jennifer
  • Joanne
  • Kathleen
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Michelle
  • Nicola
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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