Locke - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Locke \l(oc)-

is pronounced lahk. It is of Old English and Old German origin, and its meaning is "woods; fortified place; pond". Also possibly an occupational name referring to a locksmith. Philosopher John Locke.

Locke has 2 variant forms: Lock and Lockwood.

Baby names that sound like Locke are Lacko, Lake, Laike, Loki, Lucky, Luke and Luck.

Locke is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#1219 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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