About Cochrun
The surname Cochrun is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name "MacCochlain" or "MacCochláin," meaning "son of Cochlan." The name Cochlan itself is believed to be a variant of the Gaelic personal name "Cochlán," which is derived from the word "coch," meaning "red." Therefore, the surname Cochrun likely originated as a patronymic name, denoting someone who was the son of a person named Cochlan, known for having red hair or a ruddy complexion.
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The surname Cochrun is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Cochrun based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Cochrun in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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