Copp

Copp is an English surname of pre-7th-century origins, derived from the Old English word "cop," meaning a hill or a summit. The surname evolved over time and became associated with individuals living near or on hills.

The Copp family name can be traced back to various regions in England, including Cornwall, Devon, and East Anglia. The earliest recordings of the name date back to the 13th century in county Norfolk. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, including the United States and Australia.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Copp include British actor Henry Copp and artist Nicholas Copp, who gained recognition for his landscape paintings in the 19th century.

The Copp surname is part of the rich tapestry of British family names, reflecting the country's historical and cultural diversity.

There are approximately 1,629 people named Copp in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,993rd most common surname in Britain. Around 25 in a million people in Britain are named Copp.

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
  • James
  • John
  • Jonathan
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Nigel
  • Peter
  • Simon
  • William

Female

  • Alison
  • Elizabeth
  • Jennifer
  • Joan
  • Judith
  • Julie
  • Kathleen
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Pauline
  • Samantha
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Tina

Similar and related surnames

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