Kocku

Kocku is a term that can refer to several things, primarily a type of pastry and a surname. As a pastry, kocku is a traditional baked good often found in Central European cuisines, particularly in Hungary. These are typically small, often sweet, cakes or cookies, sometimes filled with jam or other sweet ingredients, and dusted with powdered sugar. Their exact shape and preparation can vary regionally.

As a surname, Kocku is of Hungarian origin. Individuals with this surname are generally of Hungarian descent. Like many surnames, its exact meaning is subject to etymological interpretation, but it is understood as a family name passed down through generations.

The term "kocku" is not widely known globally and is most commonly encountered within the cultural contexts where these pastries are popular or where the surname is prevalent. Information on the specific historical origins of the pastry or the surname can be found in regional culinary and genealogical resources.