COPSON
Copson
The surname Copson is of English origin, derived from the medieval personal name "Copp", which itself is a pet form of the Old English personal name "Cobba". The surname indicates descent from an individual named Copp or Cobba.
The earliest recordings of the surname Copson date back to the late 16th century in England. Variations of the name, such as Copsonne, Copston, and Copstont, have been recorded over the centuries.
The distribution of the Copson surname in the United Kingdom is particularly strong in regions such as Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, and Leicestershire, reflecting historical patterns of population movement and settlement.
Individuals bearing the surname Copson have been noted in various professions and walks of life throughout history, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society.
Notable bearers of the Copson surname may include individuals from diverse fields such as academics, business, the arts, and public service. The surname continues to be carried by descendants of those early bearers, maintaining a link to their ancestral heritage.
There are approximately 1,508 people named Copson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,322nd most common surname in Britain. Around 23 in a million people in Britain are named Copson.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- John
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Steven
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Helen
- Jill
- Joan
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Michele
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracy