The baby name Kuper is a unisex name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "KOO-per".
Kuper is a surname of German origin. It is derived from the German word "Küfer," which means "cooper" or "barrel maker." The name was likely given to people who worked in the cooperage industry, making barrels and casks for storing and transporting goods. The name Kuper is not very common, but it can be found in Germany, the Netherlands, and other parts of Europe.
As a surname, Kuper does not have a specific gender association. It can be used by people of any gender. The pronunciation of Kuper is "KOO-per," with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name is spelled with a "K" in German, Dutch, and English-speaking countries.
The name Kuper is made up of two components: "Küfer" and the suffix "-er." The suffix "-er" is commonly used in German surnames to indicate a profession or occupation. In this case, it indicates that the person was a cooper. The name Kuper has a long history, dating back to the Middle Ages when surnames first became common in Europe. Today, it is a relatively uncommon name, but it still carries the meaning and history of its origins in the cooperage industry.
Kuper has the following similar or variant Names
- Cooper |
- Kuiper |
- Kuyper |
- Koeper |
- Koeber |
- Kueper |
- Kueber |
- Kuperus