Cockley History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe ancestors of the Cockley surname lived among the ancient Anglo-Saxon culture. The name comes from when they lived in the village of Cochagh. The place-name was originally derived from the Old English word cocc, which literally means someone who lived by a hill or haycock, a mound of fresh cut hay left to dry in the meadow. Early Origins of the Cockley familyThe surname Cockley was first found in Somerset, where they held a family seat from the Middle Ages. Early History of the Cockley familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Cockley research. Another 37 words (3 lines of text) covering the year 1327 is included under the topic Early Cockley History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Cockley Spelling VariationsBefore English spelling was standardized a few hundred years ago, spelling variations of names were a common occurrence. Elements of Latin, French and other languages became incorporated into English through the Middle Ages, and name spellings changed even among the literate. The variations of the surname Cockley include Cochey, Cockey, Cocheye, Cocagh and others. Early Notables of the Cockley familyMore information is included under the topic Early Cockley Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
A great wave of immigration to the New World was the result of the enormous political and religious disarray that struck England at that time. Families left for the New World in extremely large numbers. The long journey was the end of many immigrants and many more arrived sick and starving. Still, those who made it were rewarded with an opportunity far greater than they had known at home in England. These emigrant families went on to make significant contributions to these emerging colonies in which they settled. Some of the first North American settlers carried this name or one of its variants: Cockley Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Cockley Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Cockley Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Cockley Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
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