KEPPLER
Keppler
Keppler is a surname of English and German origin. In England, the surname Keppler is believed to have been derived from the Old English personal name "Cople," which itself is derived from the Old English word "cop," meaning "summit" or "hilltop." Over time, the name Cople evolved into Keppler.
Origin and Distribution
The Keppler surname is most commonly found in England and Germany. In Germany, it is believed to have originated as a variation of the German surname Köppler, which is derived from the Middle High German word "kup," meaning "dome" or "cup," and was likely used as an occupational surname for a maker of goblets or cups.
Notable Individuals
Johannes Kepler
One of the most famous bearers of the surname Keppler is Johannes Kepler (1571-1630), a German astronomer, mathematician, and astrologer who is best known for his laws of planetary motion. Kepler's discoveries laid the foundation for modern astronomy and his work played a key role in the scientific revolution of the 17th century.
Variants
Variants of the surname Keppler include Kepler, Köppler, and Cople.
References
- Reaney, P.H., & Wilson, R.M. (1991). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 62 people named Keppler in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Keppler.