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Locke vs Unique

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Locke

Boy #2,493 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"place by a waterway lock"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,493
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Unique

Boy #2,664 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one of a kind, without equal"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,664
Total SSA Count
50
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

45 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Locke Rank #2,493
Unique Rank #2,664

Locke is more popular, ranked #2493 vs #2664 for Unique.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Locke or Unique more popular?

Locke is more popular, ranked #2493 compared to Unique at #2664 in the United States.

What do Locke and Unique mean?

Locke means "place by a waterway lock" (Old English origin). Unique means "one of a kind, without equal" (Latin origin).

Are Locke and Unique boy or girl names?

Locke is primarily a boy name. Unique is primarily a boy name.

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