COUZENS
Couzens
Couzens is a surname of English origin, with roots tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is an English metonymic occupational name for a coiner or moneyer, deriving from the Old French word 'cousin', meaning a cousin or relative. The surname Couzens was initially found in the regions of the West Country, particularly in Somerset and Devon.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Couzens dates back to the 13th century, with variations including Cuzun, Cowzens, Cossins, Cousin, and Cousing. Over the centuries, the name has evolved and diversified across different regions of the United Kingdom, particularly in southern England.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Couzens include British writer Peter Couzens and Australian politician Harry Couzens. The name continues to be present in contemporary British society, with individuals of this surname making contributions to various fields such as literature, politics, and business.
Today, the surname Couzens stands as a reminder of England's rich medieval history and the diverse origins of British surnames.
There are approximately 1,982 people named Couzens in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,245th most common surname in Britain. Around 30 in a million people in Britain are named Couzens.
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
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Nigel
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
Female
- Ann
- Annette
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Julie
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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