Coutts is a Scottish surname with roots in the north-east and a place in both Highland clan tradition and the history of British banking. From the lands that gave it its name to a sept connection with a great Aberdeenshire clan, it is a thoroughly Scottish name.
Quick answer: Coutts is a Scottish surname from the north-east of the country, traditionally counted as a sept of Clan Farquharson; it is also famous through the Coutts banking family.
Where Does the Coutts Name Come From?
The name is associated with the north-east of Scotland, particularly Aberdeenshire, and is generally taken to derive from a place-name in that region. Families bearing it became established in the Deeside and Aberdeenshire country, the heartland of several Highland clans. In the clan tradition, Coutts is counted among the septs — the associated families — of Clan Farquharson, the powerful Deeside clan, and many Coutts look to Farquharson for their clan connection.
The name also gained lasting fame far from the Highlands through the Coutts banking dynasty, founded by a family of Scottish origin, whose private bank became one of the most famous in Britain. To explore the parent clan's story, see our history of Clan Farquharson.
Own a Piece of Coutts Heritage
The Coutts name appears across a small range of keepsakes — a crest mug for daily use, an outdoor garden flag, and a Christmas ornament — each pairing the family name with a tartan-background crest design.
Popular Coutts gifts: Crest Mug · Garden Flag · Ornament
Frequently Asked Questions About the Coutts Name
What nationality is the Coutts surname?
Coutts is Scottish, with roots in the north-east of the country, especially Aberdeenshire.
Is Coutts a sept of a clan?
Yes. Coutts is traditionally counted as a sept of Clan Farquharson, the Deeside clan.
Is Coutts connected to the famous bank?
The Coutts banking family was of Scottish origin, and the name became widely known through their London private bank.
Is Coutts a clan in its own right?
No. Coutts is a sept name associated with Clan Farquharson rather than a clan with its own chief.
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