Mok

Mok is a British surname of Chinese origin. The name Mok is derived from the Cantonese and Hakka Chinese word "莫" which means "do not" or "none". The migration of Chinese individuals to the United Kingdom has led to the presence of the Mok surname in British society.

The Mok surname is not widely common in the UK, but individuals with this surname have made contributions to various fields. The bearer of the Mok surname may have ancestral ties to regions such as Hong Kong, mainland China, or other overseas Chinese communities.

The Mok surname is a reminder of the multicultural fabric of British society, highlighting the diversity and influences of different cultures that have enriched the heritage of the country.

There are approximately 620 people named Mok in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Mok.

Region of origin: Asia

Religion of origin: Muslim

Language of origin: Arabic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anderson
  • Chi
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Dennis
  • Hai
  • Ka
  • Kam
  • Kwai
  • Man
  • Simon
  • Stephen
  • Wai
  • Yin

Female

  • Angela
  • Hoi
  • Jacqueline
  • Julie
  • Kam
  • Kim
  • Lai
  • Lia
  • Michelle
  • Pui
  • Siu
  • Wing
  • Yee

Similar and related surnames

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