Culpepper

The surname Culpepper is of English origin and has several possible meanings. It could refer to someone who came from the village of Culpeper in Kent, or to someone who worked as a spice merchant or seller of pickles, as “culpepper” means “pepper seller” in Middle English. Another theory suggests that the name may have derived from the Old French word “cul-de-pap” meaning “bottom of the pope”, indicating a servant or follower of the pope. Regardless of its origins, the Culpepper name has a rich history and is still found around the world today.