Willcocks Coat of Arms and Surname Origin

Not every Willcocks is related, but the name itself grew out of Wilcox.

What is the meaning of Willcocks?

Its meaning, shared with Wilcox, is “Son of little Will”.

Is Willcocks the same name as Wilcox?

Willcocks is listed among the recognised spellings of Wilcox. Spellings drifted because names were written down by ear in parish books, tax rolls and passenger lists. Related forms: Wilcocks, Willcock and Wilcock.

Does every Willcocks family have a crest?

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Wilcox surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon.

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