Lock

Pronunciation: [ l-AHK ]

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Boy Name #34,085 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Lock is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-AHK.

Parents who love the name Lock often also consider Ethic, Arvi, Charels .

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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#34,085
Total SSA Count
5

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lock

Is Lock a boy or girl name?
Lock is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Lock?
Lock is pronounced l-AHK.
How popular is the name Lock?
Lock is currently ranked #34085 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Lock a common or rare name?
Lock is an uncommon name, ranked #34085 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Lock?
Lock pairs well with Ethic, Arvi, Charels, Alie in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Lock?
Related spellings include Lochlan, Locke, Lochlann, Locklan.

About the Name Lock

Lock is a boy name .

Lock is currently ranked #34,085 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Lock include Lochlan, Locke, Lochlann, Locklan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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