COCKTON
Cockton
Cockton is a surname of British origin, believed to be locational, originating from villages in the county of Yorkshire. The name is thought to have derived from the Old English words "cocc," meaning "cock" (a male chicken or rooster), and "tun," meaning "settlement" or "enclosure." This indicates that the name may have been given to someone who lived near a place associated with roosters.
The exact historical origins of the surname Cockton remain uncertain, but it is mostly found in the northern counties of England, particularly Yorkshire. The name has also been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including variants like Cockten, Cocoton, and Cocktanne.
Individuals who bear the surname Cockton can be traced through historical records that date back several centuries. The surname has likely evolved and diversified as families migrated and expanded through the generations.
Today, the surname Cockton continues to be relatively uncommon but retains its historical and regional significance. It represents a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames that reflect the country's linguistic and cultural heritage.
There are approximately 103 people named Cockton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Cockton.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Bernie
- Damian
- Daniel
- David
- John
- Michael
- Owen
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Scott
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Hannah
- Melanie
- Molly
- Nicola
- Nina
- Pamela
- Sharon
- Sheila
- Victoria