COPPENS
Coppens
Origin and Meaning
Coppens is a surname of Dutch and Flemish origin, derived from the given name "Coppin", a diminutive of the Old Germanic name "Coppe". The name can also be linked to occupational roots, deriving from the Middle Dutch word "coppeneer", meaning cooper, a person who makes or repairs wooden barrels and tubs.
Distribution
The surname Coppens is most commonly found in Belgium and the Netherlands due to its Dutch origins. However, it is not unheard of to encounter individuals with this surname in the United Kingdom, particularly among those with Belgian or Dutch heritage.
Notable Individuals
1. Adelheid Coppens
- Adelheid Coppens is a Belgian artist known for her innovative and imaginative works in the field of contemporary art.
2. Jeroen Coppens
- Jeroen Coppens is a Dutch scholar and historian renowned for his research on medieval European history, particularly focusing on the influence of Dutch merchants in the Hanseatic League.
Variants
Variants of the surname Coppens include Coppin, Coppen, and Coppeneer. These variations may have evolved over time due to regional dialects and linguistic influences.
References
- Hanks, P., Hodges, F., & Mills, A. (2016). Dictionary of American family names. Oxford University Press.
- de Vries, B. (2003). Dictionary of Dutch Language. Uitgeverij Van Dale.
- Vanderlee, L. (1998). Flemish Surnames and Their Origins. Ghent University Press.
There are approximately 57 people named Coppens in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Coppens.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Netherlands
Language of origin: Dutch