About Cochrane
The surname Cochrane is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic word "cochran," meaning "rooster" or "cock." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who displayed characteristics associated with a rooster, such as being proud, confident, or having a fiery temperament. Over time, the surname Cochrane became hereditary and was passed down through generations, eventually becoming a family name.
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The surname Cochrane is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Cochrane based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Cochrane is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Cochrane in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Cochrane using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.