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UK surname

Dekock

A surname derived from the Dutch word meaning 'the cook' or 'chef'.

In the 1881 census there were 1 people recorded with the Dekock surname, ranking it #34,027 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 114, ranked #28,515, up from #34,027 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Southwark, Sevenoaks and Mid Devon.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Dekock is 124 in 2012. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 11300.0%.

1881 census count

1

Ranked #34,027

Modern count

114

2016, ranked #28,515

Peak year

2012

124 bearers

Map years

1

2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • Dekock had 1 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #34,027 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 114 in 2016, ranked #28,515.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 2 in 1891.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Dekock surname distribution map

The map shows where the Dekock surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Dekock surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Dekock over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1861 historical 1 #34,435
1881 historical 1 #34,027
1891 historical 2 #34,436
1911 historical 2 #34,020
1997 modern 32 #34,472
1998 modern 44 #33,462
1999 modern 53 #32,746
2000 modern 46 #33,458
2001 modern 44 #33,490
2002 modern 66 #31,821
2003 modern 82 #30,206
2004 modern 74 #31,306
2005 modern 82 #30,617
2006 modern 84 #30,665
2007 modern 93 #29,777
2008 modern 103 #28,519
2009 modern 110 #27,991
2010 modern 113 #28,162
2011 modern 98 #30,384
2012 modern 124 #26,432
2013 modern 122 #27,122
2014 modern 118 #27,961
2015 modern 115 #28,319
2016 modern 114 #28,515

Geography

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Where Dekocks are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Southwark, Sevenoaks, Mid Devon, Woking and Merton. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Southwark 008 Southwark
2 Sevenoaks 011 Sevenoaks
3 Mid Devon 011 Mid Devon
4 Woking 011 Woking
5 Merton 009 Merton

Forenames

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First names often paired with Dekock

These lists show first names that appear often with the Dekock surname in historical and recent records.

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Dekock

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Dekock, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Dekock surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Dekock household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Skilled Trades and Construction Workers

Within London, Dekock is most associated with areas classed as Skilled Trades and Construction Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

These scattered, peripheral and often low residential density neighbourhoods house more workers in skilled trades and construction. Few households rent social housing and there are few students. Multiple car ownership is higher than the Supergroup average, perhaps because of poorer public transport connectivity. Incidence of mixed or multiple ethnicity is below the Supergroup average, and the absence of individuals identifying as Pakistani or Other Asian groups is also less pronounced. Flatted accommodation is less dominant than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Dekock is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

10
Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Dekock falls in decile 9 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the less deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

9
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Dekock is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Dekock, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Dekock

The surname DEKOCK has its origins in the Netherlands, with the earliest known records dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Dutch word "kok," which means "cook" or "chef." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to someone who worked as a cook or had a connection to the culinary profession.

One of the earliest known references to the name DEKOCK can be found in the records of the city of Amsterdam from the late 16th century. The name appeared in various spellings, such as "de Cock," "de Kock," and "de Cok," reflecting the variations in spelling common during that time period.

In the 17th century, the name DEKOCK began to spread beyond the Netherlands as Dutch settlers and traders ventured to other parts of the world. It is recorded that a person named Jan DEKOCK was among the early settlers in Cape Town, South Africa, in the mid-1600s.

Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the surname DEKOCK. For instance, Hendrick DEKOCK (1679-1738) was a Dutch painter known for his landscapes and seascapes. Another noteworthy figure was Jacobus DEKOCK (1772-1849), a Dutch military officer who served in the Napoleonic Wars and later became a general in the Dutch East Indies.

In the 19th century, the name DEKOCK gained further prominence with the birth of Paul DEKOCK (1793-1871), a famous French writer and playwright. His works, often satirical and humorous, were widely popular during his lifetime and helped establish the DEKOCK name in French literary circles.

Another notable individual with the surname DEKOCK was Alphonse DEKOCK (1838-1898), a Belgian artist renowned for his paintings of genre scenes and portraits. His works are displayed in various museums and galleries across Europe.

The DEKOCK surname has also been associated with several place names in the Netherlands, such as De Kockstraat (DEKOCK Street) in Amsterdam and De Kockshuizen (DEKOCK Houses) in Leiden. These place names likely originated from individuals bearing the DEKOCK surname who lived or owned property in those areas.

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1881 census detail

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Dekock families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Dekock surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Midlothian leads with 1 Dekocks recorded in 1881 and an index of 77.52x.

County Total Index
Midlothian 1 77.52x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Edinburgh St Cuthberts in Midlothian leads with 1 Dekocks recorded in 1881 and an index of 192.31x.

Place Total Index
Edinburgh St Cuthberts 1 192.31x

FAQ

Dekock surname: questions and answers

How common was the Dekock surname in 1881?

In 1881, 1 people were recorded with the Dekock surname. That placed it at #34,027 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Dekock surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 114 in 2016. That gives Dekock a modern rank of #28,515.

What does the Dekock surname mean?

A surname derived from the Dutch word meaning 'the cook' or 'chef'.

What does the Dekock map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Dekock bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.