About Coquia
The surname Coquia is of Spanish origin and is derived from the word "coquilla," which refers to a small helmet or headpiece worn as a protective gear during medieval times. The surname Coquia is believed to have been used as a nickname for someone who either made or wore such headgear. It is a relatively uncommon surname and is primarily found in the Philippines, where it may have been brought by Spanish colonizers.
The surname Coquia is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Coquia 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 Coquia in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Coquia using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.