Cozens
Pronunciation: KUH-zuhns
Meaning
son of Cozen
Origin
English
History & Etymology
Cozens is an English surname that originated as a patronymic, meaning 'son of Cozen'. The personal name Cozen is believed to be a diminutive of Constantine, or possibly derived from the Old French word 'cosin' meaning 'kinsman' or 'cousin'. Surnames formed from nicknames or relationship terms were common in medieval England.
The surname has been recorded in various forms throughout history, reflecting regional pronunciations and spelling variations. Its usage as a given name is extremely rare and typically occurs when a surname is adopted as a first name, often to honor a family line or a significant individual.
Alternative Spellings & Variants
- Cousins
- Cousens
- Cosen
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