Cock

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Type Surname (from nickname)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈkɑk/(American English) /ˈkɒk/(British English)

Meaning & History

Derived from the medieval nickname cok meaning "rooster, cock". The nickname was commonly added to given names to create diminutives such as Hancock or Alcock.