Locke
Locke is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Enclosure, lock, or lock-maker.
Origin and history
Locke is a traditional English surname turned given name, historically referring to an enclosurer, a lock-maker, or someone living near a lock or barrier. It has seen a steady rise in usage in the U.S. in recent years as parents look for sharp, modern-sounding classic surnames. Today, it remains relatively rare but increasingly recognized.
Popularity in the United States
1,063 babies in the United States have been named Locke since 1880. It ranks #3622 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1570.
States where it is most popular
- CA (36 %)
- TX (32.3 %)
- UT (14.8 %)
- CO (3.2 %)
- IN (3.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 12 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 16 |
| 1950-1960 | 11 |
| 1960-1970 | 11 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 11 |
| 1990-2000 | 23 |
| 2000-2010 | 112 |
| 2010-2019 | 500 |
| 2020-2029 | 357 |
Famous people named Locke
- Locke Highley: Politician
Fun facts
- The surname is widely associated with the prominent Enlightenment philosopher John Locke.
- It derived from the Old English word 'loc', referring to a fastness, enclosure, or river barrier.