Hancock - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Hancock \

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.

Hancock is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#546 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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