Cotter
“son of Oitir — the Norse Ottar”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Cotter an Irish name?
Cotter is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Coitir.
What does the surname Cotter mean?
Cotter (Irish: Mac Coitir) means “son of Oitir — the Norse Ottar”. Origin: Gaelic-Norse.
Where in Ireland is the surname Cotter from?
The historic homeland of the Cotter name is Cork. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Cotter?
Mac Coitir. Related spellings: MacCotter.
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