COULTARD
Coultard
Introduction
Coultard is an English surname of occupational origin. It is derived from the Old French word 'colt', which means a young horse. The name likely originated as an occupational surname for someone who bred or raised young horses.
Distribution and Origin
The surname Coultard is most commonly found in Northern England, especially in regions such as Yorkshire and County Durham. It is believed to have originated in medieval times when the breeding and training of horses were valuable skills. Over time, individuals with the surname Coultard would have been recognised for their expertise in handling young horses.
Notable Individuals
One notable individual with the surname Coultard is David Coultard, a former Formula One racing driver from Scotland. Coultard enjoyed a successful career in motorsport, competing for teams such as McLaren and Red Bull Racing. He achieved multiple race victories and was known for his consistent driving style.
Variants
Variants of the surname Coultard include Coulthard and Coltart. These variations may have arisen due to regional dialects and pronunciation differences over time.
There are approximately 115 people named Coultard in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Coultard.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- Kevin
- Michael
- Paul
- Philip
- Ronald
- Shaun
- Trevor
Female
- Claire
- Donna
- Hollie
- Jayne
- Karen
- Lorraine
- Sarah
- Susan
- Teresa
- Vera