Cokeley Name Meaning, Origin and Heraldry

Before spelling settled in the modern era, so Coakley could easily become Cokeley. Its meaning, shared with Coakley, is “Dweller in, or near, a wood frequented by wild birds”.

Arms associated with the name

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

How the spelling arose

Before spelling was fixed, Coakley was also written Cokeley. Census takers and immigration officers often wrote what they heard. You may also find the name written Cokely and Coakely.

The Census Bureau's 2010 surname file lists Cokeley with 473 bearers, at rank 45,253. For the full story, order the Cokeley surname pack.