COUSE
Couse
The surname Couse is of English origin and is recorded in various forms including Cause, Cows, Cowse, and Cousey. It is believed to be an occupational name derived from the Old French word "cosse" or "couche," meaning "bed" or "couch," and was likely used to refer to someone who made mattresses or bedding.
The Couse surname is primarily found in the southeastern counties of England, particularly in Kent and Sussex. Variants of the name have also been recorded in Wales and Scotland, indicating its widespread usage across the British Isles.
Over the centuries, the spelling of the surname has evolved, reflecting changes in pronunciation and regional accents. The Couse family name has been documented in historical records dating back to the medieval period, with individuals bearing the name found in parish registers, census data, and other genealogical sources.
Notable individuals with the surname Couse have made contributions to various fields, including academia, the arts, and business. As with many surnames, the history and origin of the Couse family name continue to be of interest to genealogists and historians studying British heritage and ancestry.
There are approximately 124 people named Couse in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Couse.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Brian
- Colin
- Douglas
- Ian
- James
- Jason
- John
- Mark
- Spencer
- Thomas
- Vincent
Female
- Alexandra
- Carol
- Charlotte
- Deborah
- Helen
- Judi
- Kirsty
- Lisa
- Marie
- Mary
- Rosemary
- Sharon
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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