COUTURE
Couture
Couture is a British surname with roots in the French language. The surname is derived from the French word "couture," which translates to "seam" or "sewing" in English. The name likely originated as an occupational surname for someone who worked as a tailor or seamstress.
The Couture surname is relatively rare in Britain, with most individuals carrying the name belonging to families of French descent. As such, the surname is primarily found in areas with historical French influence, such as parts of London and southern England.
Individuals with the surname Couture may have a connection to the fashion industry due to the name's association with sewing and tailoring. Alternatively, they may have ancestors who were skilled in textile crafts or garment-making.
Like many surnames, Couture has likely evolved and diversified over the centuries through immigration, intermarriage, and other factors. Those interested in genealogy or family history may find tracing the Couture surname a fascinating journey through time and cultural connections.
There are approximately 117 people named Couture in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Couture.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: France
Language of origin: French
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Guy
- Mick
- Olivier
- Paul
- Prem
Female
- Marsha
Similar and related surnames
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