COPLAND
Copland
The surname Copland is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "cop" meaning "summit" or "top" and "land" meaning "land". This surname is of toponymic origin, denoting someone who resided near a hilltop or high ground.
The spelling variations of this surname include Copeland, Coupland, and Cupland. The Copland surname has been historically recorded in various regions of England, including Cumberland, Westmorland, and Northumberland.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Copland include the renowned British composer Aaron Copland (1900-1990), known for his distinctive American classical music compositions.
Overall, the surname Copland has a rich history within English heritage, with bearers of the name having made significant contributions to various fields over the centuries.
There are approximately 2,586 people named Copland in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,424th most common surname in Britain. Around 40 in a million people in Britain are named Copland.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Brian
- David
- George
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- William
Female
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Jane
- Janet
- Jean
- Karen
- Linda
- Lorna
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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