Hancock - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Hancock \ha-nco-ck, han-cock\ 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 a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Hancock. Click here to compare Hancock with related baby names.