Find out how popular the last name Coke is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Coke.

Coke, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Coke surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Coke in America

Coke is the 11209th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Coke surname appeared 2,820 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Coke.

We can also compare 2010 data for Coke to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Coke

The surname Coke originates from England, with records dating back to the 13th century. It is derived from the Middle English word "cok," which referred to a trader or seller of various goods, particularly coal. The name likely emerged as an occupational surname for those involved in the coal trade.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Coke is found in the Hundred Rolls of 1273, where a person named William Coke is mentioned in Oxfordshire. The Pipe Rolls of the late 12th century also contain references to individuals with the name, such as Richard Coke in Gloucestershire.

The name Coke has been associated with various places across England, including Coke Priory in Dorset, which dates back to the 12th century. Some variations of the name include Cooke, Cocke, and Cocks, reflecting the fluid nature of surname spellings in earlier times.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Coke throughout history include Edward Coke (1552-1634), an influential English jurist and Member of Parliament, known for his legal writings and defense of the common law. Another prominent figure was Sir John Coke (1563-1644), a Secretary of State and Member of Parliament during the reign of King James I.

Thomas Coke (1747-1814) was an influential English Methodist minister and the first bishop of the Methodist Episcopal Church in America. He played a significant role in the spread of Methodism throughout the United States and the establishment of the church's structure.

Sir Edward Coke (1749-1824), a British naval officer and explorer, is remembered for his voyages to the Pacific and his role in the exploration and colonization of Australia. He discovered and named several islands in the region, including Norfolk Island and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands.

Another notable figure was Sir Edward Coke (1776-1842), a British diplomat and politician who served as Governor of the Leeward Islands and as a Member of Parliament. He was involved in the abolition of the slave trade and the promotion of education in the Caribbean colonies.

These are just a few examples of individuals with the surname Coke who have left their mark on history, spanning fields such as law, religion, exploration, and politics. The name's origins can be traced back to the coal trade in medieval England, showcasing its evolution and significance over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Coke

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Coke.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Coke was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Coke has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Coke was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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