About Coutu
The surname Coutu is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "coutu," meaning "seam" or "stitch." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who was skilled in sewing or tailoring. Over time, the surname Coutu became hereditary and was passed down through generations, often indicating a family's association with the trade of sewing or tailoring. Today, individuals with the surname Coutu can be found primarily in French-speaking regions, particularly in Canada and France.
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The surname Coutu is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Coutu based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Coutu is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Coutu in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Coutu using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.