Kuper

Origins and Meaning

Kuper is a British surname with its roots in the German and Dutch language. The name is derived from the Middle Low German word kuper or küper, which translates to "cooper" in English. A cooper is a person skilled in making and repairing wooden casks and barrels, making this surname likely occupational in origin.

Distribution and Variants

The surname Kuper is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most occurrences found in Northern Europe, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands. Variants of the name may include Kupe, Kupper, or Kyuper.

Famous Individuals

Due to its limited distribution, the surname Kuper is not associated with many well-known individuals. However, it is possible that people bearing this surname may have notable accomplishments in various fields, such as academics, business, or the arts.

There are approximately 37 people named Kuper in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Kuper.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Germany

Language of origin: German

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