Fock History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Early Origins of the Fock family

The surname Fock was first found in Holland, where the name became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. The name was first recorded in Utrecht, a city and capital of the province of Utrecht. The ramparts of this ancient city were destroyed in 1830. The Domkerk(1254) is on the site of the original church of St.Willibrord in 720. In the crypt are the hearts of Conrad II(1039) and Henry V(1125) two German Emperors. The Museum is notable for its relics and artifacts. Its tumultuous history was strongly influenced by religious conflict. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family.

Early History of the Fock family

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Fock Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Fock, Focke, Fockes, Focck, Fockk, Foock, Fohck, Fockez, Fockz and many more.

Early Notables of the Fock family

the Fock family of Utrecht

Fock migration to the United States +

Fock Settlers in United States in the 18th Century

Anna Cathrine Fock, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1734
Johann Georg Fock, who settled in North America in 1778

Fock Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Marie Fock, who arrived in New York, NY in 1847
Henry Fock, who settled in Indiana sometime between 1854 and 1867

Fock Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Johann Gustav Fock, who settled in Scott Co., IA in 1921

Contemporary Notables of the name Fock (post 1700) +

Cornelia Wilhelmina "Willemijn" Fock (1942-2021), Dutch art historian and professor of the history of applied arts at Leiden University
Jeno Fock (1916-2001), Hungarian Communist politician who served as Prime Minister of Hungary from 1967 to 1975