Converse, of Latin origin, is a surname that has been adopted by several families over time. It means 'to live together' or 'to converse'. Historically, the name was borne by a family in Normandy, France, who were said to have migrated to England during the Norman Conquest in 1066. The surname Converse is also found among Scottish and Irish families. Today, it is predominantly found in English-speaking countries, with the United States having one of the highest populations of people named Converse.
"Converse is not a particularly popular baby name, with only 20 births recorded over the span of 39 years (1914-1953), averaging about one birth every 1.95 years."