WILCOCKSON
Wilcockson
Wilcockson is a British surname with origins dating back to medieval times. The name is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the personal name 'Wilcock' which itself is a diminutive form of the name 'William'. The addition of 'son' to the name indicates 'son of Wilcock' or 'son of William'.
Early records show that the surname Wilcockson was mainly found in the northern counties of England, such as Yorkshire and Lancashire. The name spread to other parts of the country over time as people migrated for various reasons, such as work or marriage.
Variants of the surname Wilcockson include Wilcox and Wilcoxson, reflecting the evolving nature of surnames through history.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Wilcockson have made contributions to various fields, including but not limited to academia, arts, and sciences. The name continues to be present in contemporary British society, maintaining a connection to its ancient origins.
There are approximately 847 people named Wilcockson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,414th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Wilcockson.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Brian
- Christopher
- Dave
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- Stuart
Female
- Emma
- Helen
- Joanne
- Lisa
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Paula
- Sarah
- Susan