Etymology and History of the Surname
View Name: COPE.
COPE
Derivation:
Occupational for a maker of 'cloaks','coats' & 'capes' or perhaps a name taken for someone who wore a very distinctive 'cape'.
History:
The name is of medieval origin.One of the earliest recorded bearers to settle in America was that of 'Richard Cope' who embarked from London on the 'blessing' (ship).
Linked Surnames:
Cape.