Hancock

Hancock meaning and name origin

Hancock \ha-nco-ck, han-cock\ as a boy's name is of Old English origin. May possibly relate to poultry. Bostonian patriot John Hancock was the first man to sign the Declaration of Independence. His name is now used for a huge insurance conglomerate and an ultra-modern glass building in downtown Boston.

Hancock has 1 variant form: Handcock.

Popularity of Hancock

Hancock is not a popular first name for men but a very popular surname or last name for all people (#546 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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