COVER
Cover
Cover is a surname of English origin, believed to have derived from the Old English word "cuffene," meaning a lover or sweetheart. The name Cover is primarily found in the southern counties of England, particularly in Devon and Cornwall.
The Cover family name has been present in British records for centuries, dating back to at least the 16th century. Over the years, various notable individuals have borne the surname Cover, making contributions in different fields such as music, literature, and academia.
Like many surnames, Cover has evolved and taken on different forms over time, including variations such as Coover and Couver. The name has travelled with bearers to different parts of the world due to migration and exploration, maintaining ties to its English roots.
As with many surnames, the history of the Cover family is multifaceted and interconnected with the broader tapestry of British and global history. The surname Cover continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive a link to the past and providing a sense of identity and heritage for those who bear it.
There are approximately 414 people named Cover in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Cover.
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
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Dwayne
- Geoffrey
- George
- Ian
- John
- Marcus
- Mark
- Michael
- Oliver
- Paul
- Roger
- William
Female
- Allyson
- Beverley
- Denise
- Edith
- Fiona
- Jacqueline
- Katherine
- Lucy
- Marie
- Mary
- Natalie
- Ruth
- Sharon
- Susan
- Vanessa
Similar and related surnames
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