Sherlock
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Sherlock is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “From an English surname meaning "bright locks" or "sheer locks," referring to fair or trimmed hair.”, and peaked in popularity in 2017.
What Sherlock Means
“From an English surname meaning "bright locks" or "sheer locks," referring to fair or trimmed hair.”
The Story of Sherlock
A name for a mind that observes the world with sharp clarity and a spirit that seeks the truth.
Sherlock traces its lineage to an English surname, meaning 'bright locks' or 'sheer locks.' This descriptor originally referred to fair or neatly trimmed hair. While present in the 20th century, it gained global recognition through Arthur Conan Doyle's iconic detective.
You envision a son with a keen intellect and an insatiable curiosity about the world. Sherlock is a name for a boy who will approach challenges with analytical precision and an independent spirit, always piecing things together.
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Famous Namesakes
Sherlock Holmes
Fictional detective created by Arthur Conan Doyle
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Peak Year
#12 in 2017
Total Births
78
First Recorded
1930
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