Percox Family History

From the Middle English personal name Percok Parcok, a pet form of Peres (i.e. Peter, see Pearce), the modern surname has post-medieval excrescent -s.

The name reflects a common linguistic practice of using diminutive forms to create affectionate or familiar versions of names.

The suffix -cok is an example of this diminutive formation, which was prevalent in various names during the Middle English period.

As language evolved, these personal names transformed into surnames, adapting to the phonetic and grammatical changes of the time.

Thus, the surname's contemporary form retains a connection to its medieval roots, encapsulating both historical significance and linguistic evolution.