Coates
Coates Meaning & Origin
About Coates
The surname Coates is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It is derived from the Old English word "cot," meaning a small cottage or shelter, and was often used to denote someone who lived in or near such a dwelling. Alternatively, it could also be derived from the Old English word "cote," meaning a coat or outer garment, and may have been used as an occupational name for someone involved in the production or sale of coats. Overall, the surname Coates is likely to have originated as a locational or occupational name, referring to someone's place of residence or profession.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Coates is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Coates: 23,725
- Overall Popularity: 0.01%
- Ranking: 1512
- Frequency per 100k people: 8.04
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Coates based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Coates in Braille
Here's how to represent Coates in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Coates using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Coates using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
