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The meaning and history of the name Cox.


COX: Derived from the medieval nickname cok which meant "rooster". The nickname was commonly added to given names to create such diminutives as Hancock and Alcock.

Usage: English
Famous People: Courteney Coxwiki (Actor, 1964, United States), Brian Coxwiki (Actor, 1946, United Kingdom)