COPPER
Copper
Copper is a British surname with origins rooted in the profession of metalworking. Derived from the Old English word "coper," which itself was borrowed from the Latin "cuprum," meaning copper, the surname likely denoted individuals who worked with or traded in copper.
Historical records show that the surname Copper has been present in various regions of the United Kingdom, particularly in England. The name may have been linked to those skilled in crafting copper goods or involved in the copper industry. Over time, the surname has likely evolved and spread geographically, with branches of the family settling in different parts of the country and beyond.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling such as "Copperr" or "Coper" may exist due to factors like regional dialects, clerical errors, or personal preferences. Individuals bearing the surname Copper can be found in diverse walks of life, contributing their talents and skills to different professions and communities.
Today, the surname Copper continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and around the world, maintaining a connection to the historical trades and skills associated with the metal copper.
There are approximately 699 people named Copper in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,710th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Copper.
Surname type: Occupational name
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
- Christopher
- David
- Grant
- James
- John
- Mark
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
- Stephen
- Timothy
Female
- Amanda
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Janet
- Jayne
- Karen
- Lucy
- Mary
- Norma
- Pia
- Rachel
- Sara
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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