Coupar

The surname Coupar is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English word "copp" or "cop," which means a hill or summit. This toponymic surname may have been given to individuals who lived near a prominent hill or a high point of land.

The Coupar surname is believed to have originated in the region of East Anglia, England, and later spread to other parts of the British Isles. Over time, the spelling of the surname may have evolved into various forms, including Cowper, Cooper, and Copper.

Individuals bearing the surname Coupar have been recorded throughout British history, with notable figures emerging in different periods. The name may also be associated with places such as Coupar Angus in Scotland, which takes its name from the Culdee Monks who settled there in ancient times.

Today, the surname Coupar remains relatively uncommon, but it continues to be passed down through generations, connecting modern individuals to their historic roots. Genealogical research and DNA analysis have helped individuals with the surname Coupar trace their ancestry and uncover their family history.

Overall, the surname Coupar holds a place in British onomastics, reflecting the linguistic and geographical diversity that characterizes the rich tapestry of British surnames.

There are approximately 616 people named Coupar in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Coupar.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • David
  • Douglas
  • Gary
  • Graeme
  • Iain
  • James
  • John
  • Paul
  • Robert
  • Scott
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Gillian
  • Heather
  • Jane
  • Jean
  • Jessie
  • Laura
  • Lisa
  • Louise
  • Margaret
  • Michelle
  • Susan

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