About Hoke
The surname Hoke is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "hoke," meaning "hook." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked as a fisherman or a fishhook maker. The name may also have been given to someone with a physical characteristic resembling a hook, such as a curved nose or a bent finger. Over time, the surname Hoke has evolved and spread to various regions, including Germany, Switzerland, and the United States.
The surname Hoke is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hoke 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 Hoke is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Hoke in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Hoke using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.