Heycock

Heycock is a surname of English origin. It is considered a topographic name derived from Middle English elements. The first element, "hey" or "hay," denotes an enclosure, particularly one used for hunting or containing animals. The second element, "cock," refers to a male bird, often a game bird (e.g., woodcock). Thus, the surname likely originated to describe someone who lived near an enclosed area where game birds were found.

The name is found primarily in England and has also spread to other English-speaking countries through migration. Variations in spelling may exist, depending on regional dialect and historical record-keeping.

While not particularly common, individuals with the Heycock surname have been found in a variety of professions and social strata throughout history. Genealogical research can often trace individual family lines bearing the Heycock surname.