The baby name Whitlock is a unisex name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "WIT-lock".
Whitlock is English in Origin.
Whitlock is a surname of English origin. The name is derived from the Old English words "hwit," meaning "white," and "loc," meaning "lock of hair." The name was originally given to someone with white or fair hair. The first recorded use of the name was in the 13th century, and it has been used as a surname ever since.
The name Whitlock is predominantly used as a surname and is not commonly used as a first name. It is a gender-neutral name, meaning it can be used for both boys and girls. The pronunciation of Whitlock is "WIT-lock," with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name is composed of two syllables, with the first syllable being pronounced as "WIT" and the second syllable being pronounced as "lock."
The name Whitlock has a rich history and is associated with several notable individuals. One of the most famous people with the surname Whitlock is William Whitlock, an English diplomat who served as the British Ambassador to Turkey in the early 20th century. Another notable individual with the surname is George Whitlock, an American football player who played for the New York Giants in the 1940s. Overall, the name Whitlock has a strong and distinguished history, making it a popular choice for surnames.
Whitlock has the following similar or variant Names
- Whitlock |
- Whitelock |
- Witlock |
- Witlack |
- Witlac |
- Witlak |
- Witlok |
- Witloch |
- Witloock |
- Witlocke |
- Witlacke |
- Witlache |
- Witlakke |
- Witlokke