SOUSTER
Souster
Souster is a British surname of Scottish origin. The name is derived from the Old French word "souster", meaning a cobbler or a shoemaker. The Souster family is believed to have Scottish roots, with ancestral traces in the regions of Edinburgh and Dumfriesshire.
The first recorded instance of the Souster surname dates back to the early 15th century in Scotland. Over time, the name has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, with Souster families establishing themselves in England, Canada, Australia and other former British colonies.
Individuals bearing the surname Souster have been involved in a variety of professions and industries, ranging from shoemaking and textiles to academia and the arts. The name has persevered through generations, signifying resilience and tradition within the families that bear it.
Today, the Souster surname continues to be borne by individuals across different parts of the world, reflecting the diasporic nature of British heritage and the enduring legacy of Scottish ancestry.
There are approximately 398 people named Souster in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Souster.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Ian
- John
- Jonathan
- Lee
- Mark
- Martin
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Robert
- Terry
- Victor
Female
- Alison
- Amy
- Gemma
- Janet
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Laura
- Mary
- Patricia
- Rachel