About Cockrel
The surname Cockrel is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "cokkerele," meaning a young male chicken or rooster. It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who either raised or sold chickens. The name may have also been given to someone who displayed characteristics associated with a rooster, such as being proud or assertive. Over time, the surname Cockrel has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
The surname Cockrel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Cockrel 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 Cockrel is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Cockrel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Cockrel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.