About Stocking
The surname Stocking is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "stoc" meaning "tree trunk" or "log." It was originally used as a topographic name for someone who lived near a prominent tree trunk or log. Over time, the surname Stocking evolved and became associated with individuals who were involved in the trade of stocking-making or selling stockings.
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The surname Stocking is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Stocking 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 Stocking is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Stocking in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Stocking using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.