Couser

Couser is an English surname of occupational origin. The name derives from the Middle English word "cousour," which means a tailor. This suggests that the original bearers of the surname were likely individuals involved in the tailoring or sewing trades.

The Couser surname is relatively uncommon in the United Kingdom, with most occurrences found in England. The distribution of the surname suggests that it may have originated in specific regions or been more prevalent in certain areas historically.

As with many surnames of occupational origin, the Couser name would have been passed down through generations, often providing insight into a family's ancestral trade or profession. Over time, the meaning and significance of the surname may have evolved, but its historical connection to the tailoring industry remains.

Individuals bearing the surname Couser can be found across various walks of life, each contributing to the tapestry of British society in their unique way. Like many surnames, Couser serves as a link to the past, connecting modern-day individuals to their ancestors and the historical context in which their family name originated.

There are approximately 240 people named Couser in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Couser.

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

  • Arthur
  • Douglas
  • Gary
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Raymond
  • Robert
  • Robin
  • Stuart
  • William

Female

  • Agnes
  • Anne
  • Elizabeth
  • Fiona
  • Jean
  • Laura
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Sandra
  • Susan
  • Tracey
  • Valerie
  • Wendy

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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